Aspire Dermatology is seeking a Mohs technician full time to help our growing practice.
Company description: Aspire Dermatology, with twelve conveniently located offices throughout Rhode Island, is a highly professional provider of a full range of dermatology services from skin screenings and cosmetic procedures to Mohs surgery. The Mohs Technician is a multi-functional role in which you will work closely with our Mohs surgeon to prepare and process histologic specimens, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and laboratory accuracy.
Hours: Full Time, 40 hours, Monday -- Friday (And occasional Saturdays); 8:00 am -- 5:00 pm (or similar hours, must be flexible)
Starting pay rate range: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour, based on education, certifications, and experience.
Job description: Provides support to our Mohs surgeon. This includes accurately preparing and processing histologic specimens for microscopic evaluation and review by the Mohs surgeon. Maintains appropriate quality controls, and ensures the department is operating in accordance with all standards set forth by OSHA, CLIA and other regulatory agencies. Floats between working both Clinical and Pathology. Coordinates and works directly with clinical staff, providers and patients.
Essential Functions:
Processes, embeds, cuts and stains quality frozen tissue specimens.
Performs and documents tests in compliance with quality control procedures and established parameters and standards.
Maintains appropriate quality controls, and ensures the department is operating in accordance with all standards set forth by OSHA, CLIA and other regulatory agencies.
Maintains laboratory equipment in good working order and troubleshoots equipment problems.
Works with the Mohs surgeon to resolve quality control, patient, or procedural problems.
Orders supplies related to the defined area.
Cross trains appropriate staff on job duties.
Consistently follows policies, procedures, and protocols at Aspire Dermatology.
Maintains an extremely high level of confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines.
Responsible for delivering a high level of customer service in all in interactions with patients, providers, employees, vendors, and guests.
Assists in meeting and exceeding individual, team and organizational goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains yearly competencies.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience: One (1) year of experience (within the past five (5) years) as a Mohs Surgery Technician.
Education: Associates degree in histotechnology, medical technology, biological sciences or related field; or, a certificate of successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program is preferred.
Additional Requirements:
Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Must be commutable to all Aspire offices as needed.
Influenza vaccination is mandatory
Attention to detail and ability to utilize skills interchangeably to all areas of medical practice.
Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures and protocols.
Ability to interact with patients, providers, supervisors and peers in a professional manner.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
Preferred Qualifications:
Maintenance of ASCP Histotechnician (HT) certification preferred.
Benefits available:
401(k) with employer contribution
Health, dental, and vision insurance
AD&D insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
On-the-job training
Company-provided scrubs
For more information about our practice, please visit us at
Compensation details: 26-30 Yearly Salary
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