Dermatology Tech, 40 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support dermatology operations and MOHS procedures. You will prepare rooms, assist providers, and handle specimen processing while maintaining patient care and confidentiality.

The role requires dermatology experience, medical terminology proficiency, and strong computer skills in an active clinical setting. Expect a full-time schedule with standard day shifts and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years direct patient care experience in a dermatology setting.
• Broad knowledge of dermatology procedures including MOHS surgery and skin lesion management.
• Knowledge of office and laboratory procedures; medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills for EMR and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam and procedure rooms with supplies and equipment.
• Assist in MOHS surgery and other dermatology procedures.
• Prepare specimens and assist in sterile techniques.
• Maintain patient records and scheduling in the EMR.
• Provide patient care and document according to department policies.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High school education

Medical Assistant credential

BLS certification

Job description

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

$22.29 - $32.04

(based on a full time schedule of 40 hours per week).

Please note that the final offer will vary based on scheduled hours. Compensation for part-time or reduced schedules will be prorated based on scheduled weekly hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details:

Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours:

7:45am - 4:15pm

Shift:

1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours:

40

Cost Center:

10010 - 4094 Dermatology

Union:

SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Supports the full range of dermatological surgical procedures performed by the Dermatology Department by preparing patients, assisting providers with procedures including but not limited to MOHS surgery, removal of skin cancers and other growths in the skin, the removal of stitches and the performance of other related procedures as assigned. Collects and processes surgical laboratory specimens, performs routine and automated technical procedures, and related duties.

• 1. Prepares the exam and/or procedure rooms by selecting and preparing supplies. Assembles, adjusts, observes and maintains non-sterile equipment to ensure that it remains in working order.
• 2. Prepares patients for surgery by providing physical and emotional support. Review medical record with patient. May take and record vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, etc. Observes patients, (physical appearance, attitude, appetite, etc.), records observations and alerts supervisor or provider. Performs pre-op incision site preparation as directed by cleaning, shaving and disinfecting the skin with an antiseptic solution. During MOHS surgery, maps the area of tumor removal as directed by provider.
• 3. Set up of mayo tray with instruments and supplies according to procedure and provider preference. Performs sterile scrub procedures and related activities such as draping the patient and operative area.
• 4. Assists in connecting & applying surgical equipment. Assists in the surgical procedure by passing instruments, sutures, sponges and needles before, during, and after surgery. Operates lights, suction machines, electrosurgical units and surgical/medical equipment. Holds retractors or instruments. Sponges or suctions the operative site as directed. Participates in counting sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after surgery.
• 5. Collects, labels, and transports specimens to appropriate departments and complete requisitions as required.
• 6. Cleans and processes surgical instruments for sterilization. Ensures that reprocessed items are free of contaminants. Lubricates and reassembles sterilized equipment. Maintains correct instrument counts of instruments sent to Central Sterilization and returned to Dermatology.
• 7. May prepare operative reports or related material in automated database system as appropriate.
• 8. Downloads digital pictures for incorporation into operative reports into the medical record using hospital approved technology.
• 9. As directed by provided removes sutures, prepares and applies sterile and non-sterile dressings following surgical procedure, applies cold packs, ace bandages & TED stockings.
• 10. Performs internal lab specimen preparation duties. Prepares specimens for frozen section MOHS processing.
• 11. Participates in training employees in new procedures and orienting new employees to the department's procedures.
• 12. Maintains logs, organizes patient care chart, and/or maintains medical records. May data enter or retrieve medical information from the electronic medical record. Assists with patient admissions, transfers and discharge procedures.
• 13. Follows procedures for arriving patients and scheduling appointments.
• 14. Orders instruments and medical supplies for Dermatology.
• 15. Assists the manager, or designee in gathering information directly related to the preparation of the annual supply budget. Performs periodic inventories of all stock supplies in specified areas. Assists in cleaning, stocking and maintaining assigned areas. Communicates with warehouse personnel regarding product additions, changes, and deletions.
• 16. Performs a variety of clerical duties such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, generating letters and form preparation, making and receiving patient phone calls and related duties as required or directed. Pend prescription and refills as directed. Document prescription calls.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:

• 1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
• 2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
• 3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
• 4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
• 5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.
• 6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• 7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

III. Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

• 1. Equivalent to a high school education.
• 2. Current Medical Assistant credential administered by a recognized school which is accredited by the Department of Health or a Medical Assistant credential from a UMass Memorial Medical Center approved program (ARMA, NHA etc.).
• a. This Medical Assistant credential must be maintained.
• 3. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must be obtained within 2 months of hire/transfer.

Experience/Skills:

Required:

• 1. Broad knowledge of dermatological procedures including MOHS surgery, removal of melanomas, tumors, skin tags, logging, specimen preparation, typically acquired through a minimum of two years direct patient care experience in a dermatology practice or surgical setting.
• 2. Knowledge of office and laboratory procedures
• 3. Medical terminology and computer skills.

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies, including age-specific competencies, and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.

IV. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.