Mohs Technician

Epiphany Business Services, LLC•Albuquerque, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Epiphany Dermatology is a fast-growing dermatology services company dedicated to improving access to dermatology services and providing exceptional patient care in underserved markets across the U.S. The company has expanded from a single site in 2015 to over 100 clinics nationwide and is looking to grow further in the next four to five years. They are seeking a service-oriented and motivated Mohs Technician to join their mission-driven team. Epiphany Dermatology emphasizes employee development, viewing the role as a career opportunity with benefits, perks, and chances for growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
One (1) year of prior experience as a Mohs Technician highly desired.
Able to adjust personal availability according to volume changes and activity surges.
The ability to adhere to a compliance program and HIPAA standards and policies.
Able to receive and apply constructive input for performance improvement and growth.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
Education and training equivalent to an associate’s degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology that includes at least 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution, with a minimum of 6 semester credit hours of chemistry, 6 semester credit hours of biology, and 12 semester credit hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory in any combination.

Responsibilities

Maintain efficient patient flow, while supporting patient safety and satisfaction.
Properly map and process specimens, freezing and sectioning specimens per CLIA regulations.
Implement appropriate procedures for staining, tissue processing, embedding, and other assignments.
Efficiently organize, file, log, and able to locate all slides/blocks; dispose of outdated slides/blocks as necessary per CAP/CLIA regulations.
Ability to function independently and to interact well with doctor, patients and other team members.
Operates laboratory equipment according to equipment guidelines. Checks care areas for malfunctioning equipment and general maintenance problems on a regular basis. Reports findings to the appropriate person or arranges for repairs, as required.
Ensures that blood/body fluids, biohazard materials, needle containers and potentially infectious waste are appropriately disposed of and removed from the laboratory areas, according to infection control guidelines.
Provide general laboratory maintenance such as equipment maintenance as required, making reagents, daily cleaning, and filling fixative bottles.
Orders, stocks, and maintains lab, special order items and supply storage areas using par levels of supplies, forms and equipment. Monitors expiration dates and takes action accordingly. Recognizes usage trends affecting unit supplies and makes recommendations for adjustments.
Participates in staff meetings and workgroups by providing constructive input for practice improvements and solutions.
Other duties as assigned.