Dermatology Technician

CommonSpirit Health • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The Dermatology Technician provides clinical, surgical, and administrative support in an ambulatory care setting under the direction of a Dermatologist or Mohs surgeon. The role supports patients receiving general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology care by preparing and rooming patients, providing direct patient care, assisting physicians during procedures and surgeries, and prioritizing patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality. The technician helps maintain efficient patient flow and works collaboratively with physicians and staff in a busy practice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience as a practicing medical assistant in a dermatology or Mohs clinic or setting.
• Washington State Medical Assistant Certification.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caring and supportive attitude toward patients, family members, visitors, providers, and coworkers.
• Help lead the care team in maintaining smooth, punctual, and efficient patient flow.
• Prepare basic sterile packs and trays and select appropriate packs, trays, and accessory or specialty equipment for procedures.
• Prepare procedure rooms, create sterile fields, prepare supplies and instruments, and maintain sterile technique during procedures.
• Prepare patients for procedures, including taking vital signs, positioning them, reviewing procedures, and reviewing consent forms.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative education and care instructions to patients.
• Take accurate medical photographs of anatomical sites and locations.
• Administer local anesthetic injections as ordered by the physician.
• Pass instruments, supplies, and sutures to physicians and assist during procedures as needed.
• Assist with procedures and surgery, including skin retraction, blotting, packing abscess wounds, and post-procedural bandaging and skin care.
• Prepare specimens for pathological analysis.
• Perform suture removals and bandaging independently under physician orders.
• Prepare for cosmetic procedures and assist with injections, including preparing the room and patient and applying topical anesthetic.
• Prepare instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Assist physicians in the laser suite with laser setup, patient preparation, safety precautions, and laser equipment.
• Communicate pathology results and treatments to patients.
• Maintain, monitor, and document online pathology databases to support timely patient contact and return of results.
• Research missing pathology as needed to ensure patients receive treatment.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and upkeep, including stocking rooms, conducting weekly safety sweeps for expired products, and monthly deep cleaning.
• Support care coordination by handling phone messages, patient questions, appointment scheduling, and medical prior authorizations.
• Cross-train in front-office duties, including processing payments and updating insurance information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED