MOHS MA & Histotech

DOCS Dermatology Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Company paid life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

DOCS Dermatology Group in Austin, TX seeks a Mohs Medical Assistant to support our Mohs surgeon, including clinical and surgical procedures. The role offers training for Mohs laboratory procedures and backup Mohs technician coverage as needed. One year of medical setting experience is required.

You will assist with patient exams, scribing, sterile technique, EHR documentation, venipuncture, and post-procedure wound care. Evening shifts may be required in a busy dermatology practice.

Qualifications

• One (1)+ year experience in a medical setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable.
• Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with good grammar and spelling.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a patient advocate during exams, surgery and treatment.
• Review medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
• Escort patient to exam or surgical room.
• Obtain surgical informed consent prior to procedure.
• Take and document patient vital signs and medical history in the EHR.
• Prepare sterile surgical trays and MOHS procedure setup.
• Assist physician during Mohs surgery as directed.
• Educate patients on post wound care and exercises as needed.
• Authorize prescriptions under physician direction and document in the EHR.
• Scribe surgical and office visits and maintain sterile technique.

Skills

Medical terminology

Sterile technique

Anatomy

Attention to detail

Professional attitude

Organizational skills

Verbal & written instructions

Interpersonal skills

HIPAA knowledge

Tools

EHR software

Computer operating systems

Job description

Mohs Medical Assistant & Technician

We are seeking a Mohs Medical Assistant to support our Mohs surgeon in providing high-quality patient care and assisting with clinical and surgical procedures. This position will provide support to physicians in both surgical and medical settings while also serving as a backup Mohs Technician as needed. Prior Mohs laboratory experience is not required. We are willing to train the right candidate who has a strong medical background, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn Mohs laboratory procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a patient advocate during patient exam, surgery and treatment
• Review medical history an confirm purpose of visit
• Escort patient to exam or surgical room
• Review and obtain surgical informed consent with the patient prior to their procedure
• Take appropriate photographs
• Obtain and record patients' medical history, medications, allergies, vital signs and test results in an Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Prepare and set up sterile surgical tray
• Prepare patient for Mohs surgery, including prepping the area, properly numb by local anesthetics as directed by the physician, and preparing instruments for surgery
• Collect blood, tissue or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing
• Provide patient care and help assist physician during surgical procedure as directed
• Educate and provide post wound care instructions to patient
• Under physician direction, authorize drug refills, enter prescription information into the EHR, and provide prescription information to pharmacies
• Scribe surgical and office visits
• Sterilize surgical instruments and operate autoclave
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms organized and clean
• Disposes of infection waste and biohazard materials
• Provide adequate safety precautions
• Schedule appointments and coordinate any additional care
• Change wound dressing
• Accept triage phone calls from patients and document
• Perform suture removals
• Notify patient of all results
• Inventory and assess the need for instruments, sutures, medical supplies and equipment
• Perform accurate documentation of all procedures
• Respond to emergency situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Performs medical assistant duties as required for non-Mohs patients, as part of the dermatology practice
• This job description reflects essential functions; it does not propose or restrict the tasks that may be assigned to the employee
• Adhere to all policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities
• Uphold a culture of high-quality medical care, supportive work environment, and excellent patient experience
• Late evenings may be required for patient care
• Perform other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization and department

Benefits

• Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, company paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and paid time off.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1)+ year experience in a medical setting, required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
• Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to carry teammate needs and a supportive work culture
• Analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving
• Basic to intermediate understanding of EHR programs and computer operating systems
• Understanding of HIPAA guidelines

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