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Medical Assistant - Mohs

Job in Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06828, USA
Listing for: Fairfield Dermatology
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-16
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Medical Assistant, Surgical Tech
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 50000 USD Yearly USD 40000.00 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are a well-established medical and cosmetic dermatology private practice seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, and dependable Medical Assistant to support our Mohs surgery team. Our practice is fast-paced and patient-centered, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional clinical care and an outstanding surgical experience.

This role requires a proactive team player who thrives in a procedural setting, maintains strict attention to sterile technique, and provides compassionate support to patients throughout their surgical journey.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare and room patients for Mohs surgery, accurately obtaining and documenting medical history, medications, allergies, and surgical consents.
  • Set up and maintain sterile fields for Mohs procedures, ensuring all instruments, supplies, and equipment are properly prepared.
  • Assist the Mohs surgeon during procedures, including tissue processing coordination, patient positioning, and intraoperative support.
  • Provide pre- and post-operative patient education, including wound care instructions and expectations for healing and follow-up.
  • Perform wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, and assist with closures as directed by the provider.
  • Label, handle, and transport surgical specimens in coordination with the histology lab, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
  • Monitor patient flow throughout the Mohs stages, ensuring efficiency while maintaining a high level of patient care and communication.
  • Serve as a medical scribe when needed, documenting procedural details, stages, and treatment plans in the EMR.
  • Maintain surgical suites by cleaning, sterilizing, and restocking supplies in accordance with infection control standards.
  • Monitor inventory for surgical and clinical supplies and communicate needs proactively.
  • Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols, with a strong focus on sterile technique and patient safety.
  • Support a calm, reassuring environment for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Qualifications
  • Prior experience in dermatology or a surgical setting required;
    Mohs experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of sterile technique and surgical assisting.
  • Experience with EMR systems required; EMA/Mod Med experience a plus.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a high-volume environment.
  • Strong communication skills and a patient-first mindset.
Schedule
  • Expected hours: 37.5 per week
  • Saturday availability (8:00 AM – 11:30 AM) required on a rotating basis (typically no more than once per month)
Benefits
  • Employee discount
  • 401(k)
  • Profit sharing
  • Retirement plan
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
Experience
  • Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)
  • Mohs or surgical dermatology experience (Required)
License/Certification
  • Medical Assistant Certification (Preferred)
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