Mohs Histotechnician

Job description
Dermatology Professionals is a well-established, privately owned clinic. Since our inception, we have prided ourselves in giving each and every patient an exceptional experience with a positive outcome. Our goal is to give the type of care we all want to receive. We are committed to serving the needs of our communities. As a family orientated company, we understand the importance of attaining the ideal work/life balance. We strive to create that culture for all staff with flexible schedules, no on-call, nights, weekends, or holiday hours. Our team based approach and amazing support staff allows us to enjoy the benefits of working in a private practice and helps to protect us all from burn-out and the restraints of working for a corporate health care system. If you want to take great care of patients, work in a mutually beneficial environment, and love what you do, call us. Provides nursing care of clinical patients of diverse ages in a friendly, team-based environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Histotechnician skills preferred (on job training available)

Current MA preferred
Previous clinic experience preferred
Proficient computer skills with electronic health record experience preferred
Excellent customer service skills
Basic knowledge of medical terminology

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tissue preparation: Prepares tissue samples for processing, including weighing, cassette preparation, and block log updates.
Tissue cutting: Uses a microtome or cryostat to cut tissue samples into thin slices.
Tissue staining: Stains the tissue samples to emphasize abnormalities.
Slide preparation: Mounts the tissue samples on slides and covers them for review by a physician.
Documentation: Maintains documentation and records for each Mohs case, including specimen orientation and margin status.
Equipment maintenance: Maintains, documents, and troubleshoots lab equipment, instruments, and machines.
Safety: Complies with all OSHA, CLEP, CLIA, CAP, and HIPAA regulations.
Collaboration: Collaborates with the surgeon and other team members to ensure optimal patient care.
Mohs histotechnicians work closely with Mohs surgeons, and may also help with the day-to-day operations of the Mohs laboratory and procedure suite and assess patients, anticipating appropriate preparation of the patient for the physician visit.
Assist the physician with procedures, treatments and charting as necessary.
Document vitals, medications, minor surgeries and procedures as well as essential notes in the patient's medical record according to clinic policy.
Facilitate communication between patient and physician and provide general clinic information in a professional manner.
Utilize excellent customer service skills in order to positively impact the experience of care for our patients, their families and other service partners.
Special Skills and Aptitudes:

Effective listening, observational, reporting, documentation and communication skills.
Exemplifies self-direction with good organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced clinic.
Ability to adapt resources to the needs of the situation.
Job Type: Full-time

Medical Specialty:

Medical-Surgical

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)