Mohs Medical Assistant — Surgical Support & Patient Care

DOCS Dermatology Group; Ohio; Presencial; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

DOCS Dermatology Group in the United States is seeking a Mohs Medical/Surgical Assistant to support physicians in surgical and medical dermatology settings. You will provide patient-centered care, assist during exams and procedures, and help ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, sterile technique, and teamwork in a busy dermatology practice across multiple sites. Evening hours may be required, and experience with EHR systems and HIPAA compliance is

Qualificações

• 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 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
• Some offices within the Docs Dermatology Group network may require travel

Responsabilidades

• 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

Descrição da oferta de emprego

DOCS Dermatology Group in the United States is seeking a Mohs Medical/Surgical Assistant to support physicians in surgical and medical dermatology settings. You will provide patient-centered care, assist during exams and procedures, and help ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, sterile technique, and teamwork in a busy dermatology practice across multiple sites. Evening hours may be required, and experience with EHR systems and HIPAA compliance is