MOHS Medical Assistant - Aurora, CO

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery • Aurora, CO

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About The Position

Cara Mia Dermatology is seeking a Mohs Medical Assistant to support its Mohs surgeon and clinical team throughout the surgical process. The role involves hands-on patient care before, during, and after Mohs surgery and other dermatologic procedures, helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and well cared for. The position is suited to a dependable, compassionate, detail-oriented team member who can work in a fast-paced clinical setting and is interested in developing skills in dermatology and surgical care. The employee may occasionally travel to sister clinic locations when additional coverage is needed; eligible approved mileage outside the designated home location is reimbursed under company policy. Other clinical and administrative duties may be assigned. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Customer service and patient-facing experience is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy and comfort using electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to learn and understand medical terminology, vital signs, surgical workflows, and dermatology-specific clinical procedures.
• Ability to follow sterile technique, infection-control procedures, and established clinical protocols.
• Ability to stay organized and attentive to detail while supporting multiple stages of patient care.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused surgical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dependable, professional, compassionate, and committed to providing an excellent patient experience.
• Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of dermatology, Mohs surgery, surgical, or procedural clinical experience is preferred.
• Medical Assistant certificate of completion or diploma from a medical vocational program is preferred.
• Previous experience assisting with Mohs surgery, dermatologic surgery, minor surgical procedures, or wound care is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for Mohs surgery, examinations, treatments, and other dermatologic procedures.
• Obtain and update patient medical histories, medications, allergies, and other relevant clinical information.
• Document patient and surgical information and clinical updates in the medical record.
• Obtain and record vital signs as appropriate.
• Prepare Mohs surgical and procedure rooms and ensure instruments, equipment, medications, and supplies are available.
• Assist the provider during Mohs surgery, wound repair, biopsies, excisions, and other in-office dermatologic procedures within the Medical Assistant role's scope.
• Maintain sterile fields and support appropriate sterile technique during surgical procedures.
• Clean, disinfect, and prepare instruments and equipment according to infection-control and clinical protocols.
• Label, handle, and transport tissue specimens according to established procedures.
• Prepare patients for local anesthesia and procedures as directed by the provider.
• Assist with wound care, dressings, and post-procedure care as directed by the provider.
• Provide provider-directed wound care instructions, post-operative education, and follow-up information.
• Monitor patients throughout their visit and communicate questions, concerns, or changes in condition to the appropriate clinical team member.
• Help maintain efficient patient flow throughout the Mohs surgery schedule, including supporting patients attending extended staged procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and help complete required procedural documentation.
• Follow clinical, surgical, safety, infection-control, and patient privacy standards.
• Collaborate with Mohs surgeons, providers, and fellow team members to support a positive patient experience.
• Occasionally travel to sister clinic locations when additional support or coverage is needed.
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.
• Paid holidays, vacation, floating holiday, and personal time off.
• Medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and other voluntary benefit offerings for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Up to 40% off products and cosmetic procedures.
• 401(k) matching.
• Collaborative, patient-focused team environment.
• Opportunity to develop clinical and surgical skills while building a career in dermatology.
• Eligible mileage for approved travel outside the employee’s designated home location is reimbursed in accordance with company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed