Mohs Histotechnician

SUMMARY:

About QualDerm Partners LLC: QualDerm Partners LLC, offers extraordinary clinical care and an incredible patient experience at every point in the patients' journey. The Illinois based team of board certified specialists is committed to providing complete clinical care for medical dermatology needs, skin cancer surveillance and treatment, as well as medical dermatologic services. Coupled with the unparalleled and unique family-like culture, patients will have an incredible experience from the minute they pick up the phone.

PURPOSE:

Deliver an excellent customer service experience in a dermatological office setting. Provide dermatological healthcare and perform selective procedural and medical services under the direction of a physician(s).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and maintain dilutions and stains
• Map and chromacode tissue specimens according to Mohs technique and as specified in the CLIA manual for the specific working site
• Cut horizontal frozen sections and vertical sections when dictated by the provider
• Prepare microscopic slides for evaluation by surgeon
• Dispose of tissue according to tissue disposal protocol
• Maintain quality control on all slides processed and monitor ongoing QC study
• Enter Mohs map data accurately in Mohs database each day
• Label, file, and store Mohs (histological) slides
• Submit slides and tissue specimens as requested by supervising Physician to pathologist for confirmation of diagnosis
• Keep records as to the location of all slides in our possession
• Order and return slides to outside laboratories or offices
• Pull pathology report and slides for all internal consultations for review by surgeon. Report and slide shall be placed by the surgeon’s microscope the morning of the consultation.
• Order slides and pathology reports from all external consultations for review by the surgeon. Report and slide shall be placed by the surgeon’s microscope the morning of the consultation.
• Create and maintain accurate files and logs needed for records, entering, updating, and/or recording information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain records of total cases, excisions, etc, for quality assurance.
• Logbooks to include:
• Mohs log
• Biopsy log
• Modified Mohs Log
• Quality Assurance
• Log of Outside Slides
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies and equipment on a regular basis; Maintain log of supplies as they are ordered. Receive and check lab shipments to ensure accuracy, quantity, and quality of stock. Organize stock and equipment in a systematic and accessible fashion
• Maintain and operate laboratory and surgical equipment including cryostat
• Have routine preventative maintenance performed on all equipment.
• Maintain cryostat according to OSHA standards
• Interact with patients in a cheerful and supportive manner
• Provide emergency assistance as required and/or directed by the appropriate authority or emergency team leader
• Maintain documentation as required by CLIA guidelines
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
• Maintain standards consistent with the Company Mission Statement
• Maintain compliance with Company Compliance Program

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other essential duties as assigned
• Maintain professional licensure/certifications as applicable.
• Travel to other jobs or office locations as applicable.
• Promotes the Company’s Mission, Values, programs, and achievements to the public and other employees
• Identifies organizational problems and opportunities for improvement and bring solutions and suggestions to management’s attention

Functions as a team member by assisting, supporting, and encouraging other employees in any way possible.

• Understands and complies with all laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to his/her position.
• Performs related work as required, willingly, and eagerly.
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of lab design and operation
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Must be able to tolerate standing and walking for 8 hours per day.
• Ability to document patient records using proper grammar, spelling, and syntax.
• Must have full range of body motion with the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, stand, stoop, stretch, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and medical equipment.
• Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports; specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving problems.
• Ability to maintain records and record test results.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to multitask in a busy office with numerous interruptions.
• Ability to use good reasoning and judgment and react calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively orally and in writing to English.
• Proficiency in the operation of a computer keyboard and ability to work effectively with Microsoft Office Products.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent under the CLIA guidelines for high complexity testing
• Experience performing Mohs for minimum of 3 years.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Standing, lifting up to 25 lbs, pulling up to 25 lbs, pushing up to 25 lbs and data entry. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and medical equipment.
• Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports; specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work schedule is subject to vary based upon the surgical schedule and case complexity. The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and with a diverse population, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, vendors, insurance companies and other members of the public on a regular basis. The position may cause frequent exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.

Qualderm Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the Untied States in a full-time basis.

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