Mohs Histotechnician

Job Type

Full-time

Description

SUMMARY:

About QualDerm Partners LLC: QualDerm Partners LLC, offers extraordinary clinical care and an incredible patient experience at every point in the patients' journey. The Illinois based team of board certified specialists is committed to providing complete clinical care for medical dermatology needs, skin cancer surveillance and treatment, as well as medical dermatologic services. Coupled with the unparalleled and unique family-like culture, patients will have an incredible experience from the minute they pick up the phone.

PURPOSE:

Deliver an excellent customer service experience in a dermatological office setting. Provide dermatological healthcare and perform selective procedural and medical services under the direction of a physician(s).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and maintain dilutions and stains
• Map and chromacode tissue specimens according to Mohs technique and as specified in the CLIA manual for the specific working site
• Cut horizontal frozen sections and vertical sections when dictated by the provider
• Prepare microscopic slides for evaluation by surgeon
• Dispose of tissue according to tissue disposal protocol
• Maintain quality control on all slides processed and monitor ongoing QC study
• Enter Mohs map data accurately in Mohs database each day
• Label, file, and store Mohs (histological) slides
• Submit slides and tissue specimens as requested by supervising Physician to pathologist for confirmation of diagnosis
• Keep records as to the location of all slides in our possession
• Order and return slides to outside laboratories or offices
• Pull pathology report and slides for all internal consultations for review by surgeon. Report and slide shall be placed by the surgeon's microscope the morning of the consultation.
• Order slides and pathology reports from all external consultations for review by the surgeon. Report and slide shall be placed by the surgeon's microscope the morning of the consultation.
• Create and maintain accurate files and logs needed for records, entering, updating, and/or recording information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain records of total cases, excisions, etc, for quality assurance.
• Logbooks to include:
• Mohs log
• Biopsy log
• Modified Mohs Log
• Quality Assurance
• Log of Outside Slides
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies and equipment on a regular basis; Maintain log of supplies as they are ordered. Receive and check lab shipments to ensure accuracy, quantity, and quality of stock. Organize stock and equipment in a systematic and accessible fashion
• Maintain and operate laboratory and surgical equipment including cryostat
• Have routine preventative maintenance performed on all equipment.
• Maintain cryostat according to OSHA standards
• Interact with patients in a cheerful and supportive manner
• Provide emergency assistance as required and/or directed by the appropriate authority or emergency team leader
• Maintain documentation as required by CLIA guidelines
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
• Maintain standards consistent with the Company Mission Statement
• Maintain compliance with Company Compliance Program

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other essential duties as assigned
• Maintain professional licensure/certifications as applicable.
• Travel to other jobs or office locations as applicable.
• Promotes the Company's Mission, Values, programs, and achievements to the public and other employees
• Identifies organizational problems and opportunities for improvement and bring solutions and suggestions to management's attention

Functions as a team member by assisting, supporting, and encouraging other employees in any way possible.

• Understands and complies with all laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to his/her position.
• Performs related work as required, willingly, and eagerly.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent under the CLIA guidelines for high complexity testing
• Experience performing Mohs for minimum of 3 years.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits of Joining QualDerm Partners:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) - The company match is 100% of the first 3%; and 50% of the next 2%; immediately vested
• Paid Time Off - accrual starts upon hire, plus 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• Company paid life insurance and additional coverage available
• Short-term and long-term disability, accident and critical illness, and identity theft protection plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

QualDerm Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States in a full-time basis.

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