MOHS TECH

WATSON CLINIC LLP•Baltimore, MD

12d

About The Position

Essential Functions Prepares equipment for use in frozen sections in adequate time to receive Mohs specimens. Maintains equipment by performing routine and scheduled maintenance and documents the completion of these duties. Follows the instructions from the Mohs surgeon as to the proper orientation of the specimen. Maintains accurate records of all specimens received. Processes and cuts frozen sections and prepares slides, reviews staining for adequacy, properly labels and distributes slides to Mohs surgeon within a reasonable time frame. Keeps area clean and well stocked. Orders and maintains an adequate amount of supplies and reagents to accommodate the Mohs caseloads. Follows all OSHA safety policies, including the handling of sharps and the proper disposal of hazardous waste. Participates in a Quality Improvement program by documentation of corrective measures and process improvements. Full time- Monday- Thursday 9:00-4:30 (end time depends on cleared cases)

Requirements

Proof of training in a certified program in Mohs and/or significant work history with excellent references
Training received from a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program with a focus on Mohs techniques and procedures
Significant technical expertise and a high level of responsibility in handling delicate specimens

Responsibilities

Prepares equipment for use in frozen sections
Maintains equipment by performing routine and scheduled maintenance
Follows instructions from the Mohs surgeon as to the proper orientation of the specimen
Maintains accurate records of all specimens received
Processes and cuts frozen sections and prepares slides
Reviews staining for adequacy
Properly labels and distributes slides to Mohs surgeon
Keeps area clean and well stocked
Orders and maintains an adequate amount of supplies and reagents
Follows all OSHA safety policies
Participates in a Quality Improvement program