Medical Assistant - MOHS

Forefront Dermatology•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

The Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant supports the Mohs Surgeon during procedures, helping ensure an efficient surgical workflow, a sterile environment, and appropriate post-operative patient care. The role includes preparing patients and procedure rooms, assisting with procedures, providing wound care instructions, documenting care, maintaining surgical instruments, and handling pathology specimens. Cross-training in the Mohs laboratory may be required to assist with tissue processing, as permitted by applicable state-specific CLIA requirements. Cross-training in general and cosmetic dermatology may also be required. This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Travel to other clinic locations may be needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to stand for extended periods and move efficiently in a surgical setting.
Ability to lift and transport supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to operate necessary job-related office and medical equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel to other clinic locations as needed.
Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical assisting best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Excellent communication skills with patients and clinical teams.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Professional demeanor and commitment to patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of recent experience in a dermatology or surgical setting.
CMA, RMA, LVN, or LPN certification or licensure.
Experience with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

Prepare exam and procedure rooms for Mohs micrographic surgery and other surgical and medical visits, including setting up instruments and supporting clinic flow.
Assist the Mohs surgeon throughout procedures, including pre-operative care, tissue preparation, hemostasis, wound closure, and post-operative care.
Conduct patient intake, obtain medical histories, review consent forms, take surgical photographs, and address pre-procedure concerns.
Provide wound care instructions and educate patients about post-procedure expectations.
Process and handle tissue specimens for pathology evaluation according to protocol.
Document procedures, medications, MIPS, and follow-up instructions in the electronic medical record.
Schedule pre-operative and post-operative appointments and assist with patient inquiries.
Confirm insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations when required.
Complete patient charting and documentation accurately.
Manage pathology logs and act as a liaison between the physician and patient to deliver pathology results and document communications according to protocol.
Record required information in pathology, biopsy, laboratory, and temperature compliance logs.
Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control standards and complete mandatory compliance training.
Cross-train in the Mohs laboratory for histotechnology work, as permitted by state-specific CLIA requirements, and potentially in general and cosmetic dermatology.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Access to health, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account with a $500 matching contribution.
Eligible for PTO and holiday pay.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees.
Access to voluntary short-term disability insurance for full-time employees.
Access to additional life insurance.
Eligible for accident and critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, and Cancer Guardian.
401(k) with employer contribution.
Profit sharing.
Employee discounts.