It looks like scale. Are they stuck on tight?

It is scale and generally control measures are necessary. Unless you use a systemic control, you will need to make repeated applications because they can be difficult to eradicate. A horticultural oil should do the trick. The best control can be had while the scale is in the "crawler" phase, and they are so small then, you likely won't be able to see them crawling on the leaves (they are tiny specks). So don't miss the repeat applications per the oil's instructions, should you choose to use oil. It also helps to control the small ant population at the same time, because it is not uncommon for ants to feed on the honeydew and protect the scale from natural predators.

Thanks for the info. Don't know why I was resisting that ID. Have misplaced my Loupe so really couldn't see them well.

They aren't stuck so perhaps are already weak or dead. I had used Safari systemic on other potted plants in my entryway and probably applied it to this as well. The other plants had some mealybugs.