Mohs Medical Assistant - Norwell / Plymouth, MA - 1,000 sign on Bonus

PhyNet Dermatology LLC; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Mohs Medical Assistant to deliver high-quality care during Mohs surgery. The role involves conducting assessments, assisting in surgical procedures, and maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with experience in medical assistance or surgical technology, especially in dermatology. A sign-on bonus is available after 90 and 180 days.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a medical assistant or surgical technician.
• Dermatology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and develop care plans.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures and maintain sterile environments.
• Document all aspects of patient care in EMR.

Skills

Patient Care

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mohs Medical Assistant - Norwell / Plymouth, MA - 1,000 sign on Bonus

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Position Summary

The Mohs Medical Assistant/Surgical Technician plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals undergoing Mohs surgery. This position ensures the maintenance of a safe, efficient, and quality-focused environment by conducting pre-surgical evaluations, providing patient and family education, assisting with surgical procedures, managing patient flow, and maintaining meticulous patient records in both electronic and physical formats.

Sign-on Bonus: $500 after 90 days and $500 after 180 days.

Essential Functions

• Conduct initial assessments and review health survey data to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Provide detailed pre-operative and post-operative education to patients and their families, ensuring understanding and compliance with care instructions.
• Prepare the surgical area by organizing necessary instruments, equipment, and anesthesia.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures, including scrubbing in, handing instruments, cutting sutures, and maintaining a sterile operative field.
• Ensure the surgical environment remains clean, organized, and compliant with established protocols.
• Administer anesthesia under the direct supervision of the physician, ensuring accurate dosages and adherence to proper techniques.
• Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including detailed notes within the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of follow-up communications and post-operative instructions.
• Implement practices that promote excellence in surgical care and patient outcomes.
• Maintain a sterile environment by strictly adhering to safety standards and protocols.
• Monitor patient safety during procedures and recovery, taking all necessary precautions to ensure their well-being.
• Provide clear, written post-operative instructions, and ensure patients have access to a communication system for follow-up questions or concerns.
• Assist patients with mobility following surgery to ensure safety and prevent falls.
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment, including the autoclave, ensuring all instruments are properly sterilized and ready for use.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a medical assistant or surgical technician; dermatology experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Expertise in the use of surgical instruments and maintaining sterile environments.

This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual capable of managing multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare setting, with a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.

Physical and Mental Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Physical Requirements:
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.

Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Note: This job description provides a general overview of the role. Additional responsibilities or modifications may be assigned by the supervisor based on operational needs.