Medical Assistant - MOHS

Forefront Dermatology; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant in Naperville, Illinois. This role is critical in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during various surgical procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow while maintaining a sterile and compliant environment.

The ideal candidate will assist with patient preparation, perform wound care, and manage documentation in the EMR system. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, with an expected pay range of $18.00 - $21.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of recent experience in a dermatology or surgical setting preferred.
• CMA or RMA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical assisting best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam and procedure rooms for Mohs micrographic surgery.
• Assist the Mohs surgeon during all stages of the procedure.
• Provide wound care instructions and educate patients.
• Schedule pre- and post-operative appointments.

Skills

Experience in a dermatology or surgical setting

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Job description

Overview

The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, ensuring a smooth surgical workflow, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing post-operative care instructions to patients. This role involves assisting in patient preparation, procedural support, wound care, and documentation. The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant is also responsible for maintaining surgical instruments, processing pathology specimens, and ensuring compliance with clinic policies and regulatory standards. Additionally, this role may require cross-training in the Mohs laboratory to assist with tissue processing as needed.

Monday 7:00a-4:00p - Naperville

Tuesday 7:00a-4:00p - Berwyn

Thursday 7:00a-4:00p - Naperville

Friday 7:00a-4:00p - Crest Hill

Responsibilities

1. Clinical Duties:
   • Prepare exam and procedure rooms for Mohs micrographic surgery and other surgical and medical visits, ensuring proper setup of procedural instruments and efficient clinic flow.
   • Assist the Mohs surgeon during all stages of the procedure, including pre-operative care, tissue preparation, hemostasis, wound closure, and post-operative care.
   • Perform patient intake, including obtaining medical history, reviewing consent forms, obtaining surgical photographs, and addressing pre-procedure concerns.
   • Provide wound care instructions and educate patients on post-procedure expectations.
   • Process and handle tissue specimens for pathology evaluation according to protocol.
   • Ensure proper documentation of procedures, medications, MIPS and follow-up instructions in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
2. Administrative & Patient Support Duties:
   • Schedule pre- and post-operative appointments and assist with patient inquiries.
   • Confirm patient insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations if required.
   • Accurately complete patient charting and documentation.
   • Pathology log management: Act as liaison between physician and patient to deliver of pathology results and to complete communication documentation according to protocol.
3. Compliance & Documentation:
   • Records required information in compliance logs (pathology, biopsy, laboratory, temperature).
   • Adhere and maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
   • Completes mandatory compliance training.
4. Cross-Training & Additional Responsibilities:
   • May be required to cross-train in the Mohs laboratory to fulfill histotechnology components to the extent allowed by state specific CLIA requirements.
   • May be required to cross-train in General and Cosmetic Dermatology.
   • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

1. High School Diploma or equivalent required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Experience: 1-2 years of recent experience in a dermatology or surgical setting preferred.
2. Certifications: CMA, RMA preferred
3. Technical Skills:
   • Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.
   • Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical assisting best practices.
   • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
4. Soft Skills:
   • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
   • Excellent communication skills with patients and clinical teams.
   • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
   • Professional demeanor and commitment to patient-centered care.
5. Travel: Must be willing to travel to other clinic locations as needed.

For this position, the base pay range is $18.00 - $21.00 per hour. Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, certification, or training.

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