Mohs Lab Technician

VANGUARD SKIN SPECIALISTS•Colorado Springs, CO

9d•$20 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

Vanguard Skin Specialists is seeking a Mohs lab technician who shares their mission of making a positive impact on patients, the community, and the world. This role is crucial in preparing Mohs slides with excellence and efficiency, working collaboratively with physicians and medical assistants to ensure a smooth patient experience from start to finish. The practice is known for its exceptional patient care, one-team mentality, and commitment to making a positive impact. They operate a busy and efficient clinic, requiring a candidate with super human organization and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be dedicated, punctual, and committed to pushing themselves to become the very best, with training and support provided by the practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree completed at accredited 4-year university or certified/registered medical assistant and/or medical lab sciences certification or equivalent experience
Proven track record of working well on teams and delivering excellence.
Excellent verbal and written skills required.
Alignment with the values and mission of Vanguard Skin Specialists.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare slides as directed by our Mohs surgeons, including inking specimens, mounting prepared tissue in preparation of sectioning, and sectioning and placing samples on slides.
Processes 10+ cases per day with excellent quality and efficiency
Adheres to all CLIA standards and documents laboratory conditions daily
Monitors supply levels and orders consumable supplies for the lab, tracking inventory, expirations, and proper storage
Coordinates scheduling routine maintenance for all laboratory equipment and performs routine filter changes and on-site maintenance as outlined
Processes sterile instruments for Mohs surgical procedures and lab operations daily
Mohs lab technicians support the Mohs clinical team (medical assistants and Mohs surgeons) in all aspects of the patient experience, including cross-training in core medical assistant responsibilities:
Escorts patient to room and confirms reason for visit.
Takes vitals as needed.
Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Communicates patient reason for visit and medical summary to medical providers accurately and efficiently in preparation for exam.
Acts as chaperone for the provider examination.
Scribes during the visit, accurately documenting areas examined, notable findings, treatment plan, recommended medications, and recommended procedures.
Assists providers in dermatology/plastic surgery specific procedures including administering local anesthesia, blotting during surgeries/biopsies, cutting suture, and bandaging post-procedure.
Reiterates provider instructions for patient regarding treatment plan and post-operative instructions.
Sends orders as directed.
Speaks with patients over the phone as directed regarding biopsy results, medication prior authorization status, and other patient questions and concerns.
Documents calls and prior authorizations in the EMR.