Dermatology Tech, 40 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

21h•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Dermatology Tech supports the full range of dermatological surgical procedures performed by the Dermatology Department. The role prepares patients and assists providers with procedures including MOHS surgery, removal of skin cancers and other skin growths, suture removal, and related procedures. The position also collects and processes surgical laboratory specimens, performs routine and automated technical procedures, and carries out related duties. The Dermatology Tech prepares procedure rooms and supplies; supports patients before surgery; sets up instruments and supplies; and assists during procedures by handling instruments and operating surgical equipment. The role collects and transports specimens, cleans and processes instruments for sterilization, prepares MOHS frozen-section specimens, and may document operative information and digital photographs in approved systems. Additional duties include patient care and chart support, appointment scheduling, supply ordering and inventory, clerical work, prescription and refill documentation, and assisting with staff training and orientation. This position works indoors in a patient care environment. It involves frequent standing and walking, frequent bending, hand dexterity, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and possibly push heavy equipment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., for 40 hours per week on a day shift. The hiring range is $22.29–$32.04 based on a full-time schedule; the final offer varies based on scheduled hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. A signing bonus may be available, subject to eligibility confirmation by the Recruitment Team.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a high school education.
Current Medical Assistant credential administered by a recognized school accredited by the Department of Health, or a Medical Assistant credential from a UMass Memorial Medical Center-approved program (e.g., ARMA, NHA); the credential must be maintained.
Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; certification must be obtained within two months of hire or transfer.
Broad knowledge of dermatological procedures, including MOHS surgery, removal of melanomas, tumors, and skin tags, logging, and specimen preparation, typically acquired through at least two years of direct patient-care experience in a dermatology practice or surgical setting.
Knowledge of office and laboratory procedures.
Medical terminology and computer skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent standing and walking, and frequent bending.
Where certification, licensure, or registration is not required, an equivalent combination of education and experience providing proficiency in the listed responsibilities may be substituted for the stated requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare examination and procedure rooms by selecting and preparing supplies; assemble, adjust, observe, and maintain non-sterile equipment.
Prepare patients for surgery by providing physical and emotional support, reviewing medical records, and, as directed, taking and recording vital signs and observing and reporting patient condition.
Perform pre-operative incision-site preparation as directed, including cleaning, shaving, and disinfecting skin; map tumor-removal areas during MOHS surgery as directed by a provider.
Set up mayo trays with instruments and supplies according to procedure and provider preference; perform sterile scrub procedures and related activities, including draping the patient and operative area.
Assist with connecting and applying surgical equipment and support procedures by passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and needles; operate lights, suction machines, electrosurgical units, and other surgical or medical equipment; hold retractors or instruments; sponge or suction the operative site; and participate in counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
Collect, label, and transport specimens to appropriate departments and complete required requisitions.
Clean and process surgical instruments for sterilization, ensure reprocessed items are free of contaminants, lubricate and reassemble equipment, and maintain instrument counts for items sent to and returned from Central Sterilization.
Prepare operative reports or related material in an automated database system as appropriate and download digital pictures into operative reports in the medical record using hospital-approved technology.
As directed, remove sutures and prepare and apply sterile and non-sterile dressings after surgery; apply cold packs, ace bandages, and TED stockings.
Perform internal laboratory specimen preparation, including preparation of specimens for frozen-section MOHS processing.
Participate in training employees in new procedures and orienting new employees to departmental procedures.
Maintain logs, organize patient care charts, maintain medical records, and enter or retrieve information from the electronic medical record; assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Follow procedures for arriving patients and schedule appointments.
Order Dermatology instruments and medical supplies; assist with annual supply-budget information, conduct periodic inventories, clean, stock, and maintain assigned areas, and communicate with warehouse personnel about product changes.
Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, generating letters, preparing forms, and making and receiving patient calls; pend prescriptions and refills as directed and document prescription calls.
Comply with departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; attend required meetings and training; use quality improvement practices; and comply with health and safety regulations.
Demonstrate respect and professionalism toward employees, patients, and visitors; maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance; and perform other similar duties as required or directed.