Mohs Medical Assistant - North Andover, MA, Salem, NH
Salary$50k – $52k
LocationNortheast Dermatology Associates - North Andover - Mass Ave, Northeast Dermatology Associates - Salem, North Andover, MA and Salem, NH
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentPatient Care
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seen1w ago
Last seen1d ago
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 $24 -$25 hourly, Hours are Monday - Thursday, 10 hours daily.
Essential Functions:
To perform effectively in this role, the candidate must fulfill the following duties with or without reasonable accommodations:
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Conduct initial assessments and review health survey data to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
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Provide detailed pre-operative and post-operative education to patients and their families, ensuring understanding and compliance with care instructions.
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Prepare the surgical area by organizing necessary instruments, equipment, and anesthesia.
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Assist the surgeon during procedures, including scrubbing in, handing instruments, cutting sutures, and maintaining a sterile operative field.
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Ensure the surgical environment remains clean, organized, and compliant with established protocols.
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Administer anesthesia under the direct supervision of the physician, ensuring accurate dosages and adherence to proper techniques.
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Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including detailed notes for each Mohs procedure within the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
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Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of follow-up communications and post-operative instructions.
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Implement practices that promote excellence in surgical care and patient outcomes.
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Maintain a sterile environment by strictly adhering to safety standards and protocols.
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Monitor patient safety during procedures and recovery, taking all necessary precautions to ensure their well-being.
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Provide clear, written post-operative instructions, ensuring patients have access to an effective communication system for follow-up questions or concerns.
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Assist patients with mobility following surgery to ensure safety and prevent falls.
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Operate and maintain surgical equipment, including the autoclave, ensuring all instruments are properly sterilized and ready for use.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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Minimum of 2 years of experience as a medical assistant or surgical technician; experience in dermatology is highly preferred.
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Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
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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:
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Physical Requirements:
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Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
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Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
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Occasionally required to climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
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Occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds.
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Vision Requirements:
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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.