MOHS Tech

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Faculty Physicians in Chapel Hill is seeking a Medical Support professional to assist the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon. You will prepare surgery suites, prep patients, assist with Mohs procedures, and participate in reconstruction and patient education.

The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, detailed documentation in Epic EMR, and a collaborative team environment within the SOM Derm - MOHS unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in science-related discipline or Surgical Technologist diploma preferred.
• Experience requirements vary by education level as listed in the posting.
• Epic EMR experience is referenced as a data tool in operations.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon with procedures including biopsies and reconstructive steps.
• Obtain preoperative information, obtain consent, and educate patients and families.
• Educate patients on post-operative care and answer questions with empathy.
• Provide follow-up scheduling and respond to patient inquiries via MyChart or phone.
• Maintain patient photographs, logs, and correspondence using EMR systems.
• Stock and prepare surgical suites and equipment before and after procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science-related discipline

Surgical Technologist diploma

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

About the Clinic

Located in the vibrant Southern Village multi‑use neighborhood, our procedural dermatology clinic sits at the heart of a community filled with residential spaces, restaurants, markets, and recreational areas. It’s an environment that blends convenience, comfort, and connection.

What Makes This Role Meaningful

• You will work exclusively with patients diagnosed with skin cancer, supporting them through procedures that often allow them to leave the clinic cancer‑free the same day.
• This is a highly patient‑facing role where procedures are performed under local anesthetic, giving you the unique opportunity to practice therapeutic communication, build rapport, and support patients who may be with us for several hours.
• You’ll be part of a clinic recognized for excellence, the clinic was the recipient of the 2024 Carolina Care Award for outstanding clinical care and patient experience.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, with occasional overtime based on patient care needs.
• Free parking is provided, making your commute easier and more predictable.

Professional Growth & Education

• Our clinic hosts one of the nation’s most sought‑after Mohs Surgery Fellowship programs, creating a highly educational, collaborative environment.
• You’ll gain exposure to histology lab workflows and lab‑based tasks, expanding your technical skill set.
• Our physicians have earned multiple UNC awards over the past decade, reflecting a culture of excellence and mentorship.

Why Teammates Love Working Here

• A mission‑driven environment focused on curing cancer and supporting patients through a vulnerable moment in their lives.
• A team culture that values learning, precision, compassion, and continuous improvement.
• A setting that blends clinical rigor with genuine human connection.

Incentive

$5,000 Commitment Incentive paid out in six (6) installments over three (3) years.

Summary:

Assists the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon by preparing the surgery suites, prepping patients, assisting with the Mohs procedure, reconstruction, bandaging, and patient education.

Responsibilities:

1. Assists the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon with procedures including but not limited to skin biopsies, Mohs surgical layers, reconstructive surgery and consultations scheduled prior to procedures.
2. Obtains preoperative patient information, consent forms, and provides education to patients and family members of the Mohs Surgical process and what to expect throughout the day. Relays pertinent information to the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon prior to surgery.
3. Educates patients and families members about post-operative care in accordance with Mohs Micrographic Surgeon’s instructions and answers any follow-up questions with patience and compassion.
4. Provide patients with Mohs surgical follow-up appointments as needed, answer myChart or office voicemail patient questions, and confers with surgeons regarding additional post-Mohs patient care.
5. Maintains surgical patient photographs, Mohs Micrographic Surgeon Tumor Log and Referring Provider Thank You Letters using Epic EMR post-Mohs surgical data and Mohs Histology Technician data.
6. Maintain and clean the surgery suites by stocking rooms, preparing supplies instruments before and after procedures, observing & reporting surgical equipment needs.

Other Information

Education Requirements:

• Bachelors' degree in science-related discipline or Surgical Technologist diploma preferred.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• No licensure or certification required.

Professional Experience Requirements:

• If a Bachelor's degree: No prior experience is required.
• If a Surgical Technologist diploma: No prior experience is required.
• If a high school diploma or GED: requires one year of experience as a Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, or related experience in a clinical support role.

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians

Organization Unit: SOM Derm - MOHS

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $21.62 - $31.07 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email [email protected] if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.