Mohs medical assistant - providence, newport, ri and swansea, ma

Position Summary:

The Mohs Medical Assistant/Surgical Technician plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals undergoing Mohs surgery. This position ensures the maintenance of a safe, efficient, and quality-focused environment by conducting pre-surgical evaluations, providing patient and family education, assisting with surgical procedures, managing patient flow, and maintaining meticulous patient records in both electronic and physical formats.

Pay and Hours:

Pay range is $22 - $25 hourly, depending on experience. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8 hours daily.

Essential Functions:

To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Conduct initial assessments and review health survey data to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Provide detailed pre-operative and post-operative education to patients and their families, ensuring understanding and compliance with care instructions.
• Prepare the surgical area by organizing necessary instruments, equipment, and anesthesia.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures, including scrubbing in, handing instruments, cutting sutures, and maintaining a sterile operative field.
• Ensure the surgical environment remains clean, organized, and compliant with established protocols.
• Administer anesthesia under the direct supervision of the physician, ensuring accurate dosages and adherence to proper techniques.
• Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including detailed notes for each Mohs procedure within the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of follow-up communications and post-operative instructions.
• Implement practices that promote excellence in surgical care and patient outcomes.
• Maintain a sterile environment by strictly adhering to safety standards and protocols.
• Monitor patient safety during procedures and recovery, taking all necessary precautions to ensure their well-being.
• Provide clear, written post-operative instructions, ensuring patients have access to an effective communication system for follow-up questions or concerns.
• Assist patients with mobility following surgery to ensure safety and prevent falls.
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment, including the autoclave, ensuring all instruments are properly sterilized and ready for use.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a medical assistant or surgical technician; experience in dermatology is highly preferred. Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications. Expertise in the use of surgical instruments and maintaining sterile environments. This role requires a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and operational excellence.

Physical and Mental Demands:

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities:

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods. Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.

Vision Requirements:

Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, or duties modified by the department supervisor based on operational needs.