Dermatology MOHS Senior Tech

Overview

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Position : Dermatology MOHS Senior Tech

DERMATOLOGY (BILLINGS CLINIC CLINIC)

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Shift : Day

Employment Status : Full-Time (.75 or greater)

Hours per Pay Period : 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE : $21.70 - $27.12

Under the clinical supervision of the Mohs Surgeon, the Senior MOHS Technician leads the team in the delivery of patient care / treatment, performing laboratory / histology duties, and assisting with surgical procedures. Works collaboratively within the Mohs Section and the Dermatology department to meet the physical, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Assists in the care of the surgical patient by performing the scrub role of handling instruments, equipment and supplies. The Senior Mohs Technician has advanced knowledge and understanding of the procedure being performed, anticipates the needs of the surgeon, maintains a sterile field and is responsible pre- and post-operatively for technical components of surgery.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with orientation and training of staff and / or students and residents as applicable. This may include assisting with competency assessment, updating training materials and identifying additional education needs. (Education, Staff, Orientation & Training)
• Establishes training program for Mohs Tech I and Mohs Tech II personnel and candidates to ensure that they meet expectations and requirements for promotion.
• Trains Mohs team on established procedures for preparation of surgical specimens.
• In coordination with Department Leadership schedules Mohs team work assignments.
• Evaluates the Mohs Techs mounts on slides and stains or treats tissue with chemicals so as to reveal specific structural details under microscopic analysis.
• Perform histology duties to prepare material for pathologic evaluation.
• Coaches and mentors Mohs Techs on team. Cross-Training. Leads the cross training of personnel assigned to the team. Ensures competencies of technicians. Helps to address patient concerns and complaints.
• Leadership : In partnership with Surgeon, leads the assigned Mohs Team. Responsible for orientation of all new staff member to the lab and the floor. Assists with responding to questions and / or assisting with problem resolution. Develops Mohs in-service training plan.
• Process Improvement / Quality Assurance / Risk Management : Validates Logs and Records. Oversees CLIA QA program.
• General Duties : Receives and prepares patient for examination and treatment as directed. Obtains and records history and vital signs. Charts and documents in medical record according to protocol. Collects laboratory specimens as needed. Assists physician in the care of patients / families by contributing information in order to aid in planning and evaluating patient care, with consideration for emotional, social and physical needs.
• Maintains exam and treatment rooms, inventories, and prepares for procedures. Maintains sterile field and supports the surgical team as needed. Ensures HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to meet department needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Minimum High School or GED. Preferred 2 Year / Associate Degree Histology, Medical Laboratory or other Healthcare related degree.

Experience

2-3 years successful comparable experience equivalent to a Mohs Technician II. Minimum of two years experience equivalent to a Level II Mohs Technician in Billings Clinic, preferred. Experience as a lead or team lead, preferred.

Certifications and Licenses

LPN or Certified Dermatology Technician or Medical Assistant at hire

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to the above tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered. Employees that require a licensed or certification must be properly licensed / certified and the licensure / certification must be in good standing.

Billings Clinic is Montana’s largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer, that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and / or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.

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