MOHS MA & Histotech

Dermatologists of Central States; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dermatologists of Central States seeks a Mohs Medical Assistant to support Mohs surgeons in clinical and surgical settings, and to serve as a backup Mohs Technician as needed.

No Mohs lab experience required; training will be provided for Mohs laboratory procedures. Candidates should have a strong medical background, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a medical setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications
• Detail oriented and reliable
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with good grammar and spelling
• Interpersonal skills and teamwork
• Understanding of HIPAA guidelines

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients during exams, surgery and treatment
• Review medical history and purpose of visit
• Escort patient to exam or surgical room
• Obtain surgical informed consent
• Take photographs and record medical data in the EHR
• Prepare sterile surgical trays and assist in Mohs procedures
• Collect specimens and prepare them for testing
• Assist physician during procedures and provide post-care instructions
• May perform non-Mohs MA duties within dermatology practice
• Uphold high-quality medical care and patient experience
• Late evenings may be required
• Adhere to policies and procedures

Skills

Medical terminology

Sterile technique

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

EHR systems knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

EHR software

Job description

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 Technicianas 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
• 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
• 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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