Mohs Medical Assistant​/Histotech

Optima Dermatology is recruiting an experienced Mohs Histotech to join our growing Dermatology group in Milford, OH.

5817 Happy Hollow Rd, Milford, OH 45150

We are seeking a hard-working, energetic, and optimistic teammate to join us as a Mohs Medical Assistant / Histotech! Join our amazing team that values each individual employee for their unique gifts and talents in a family-feel environment. We support each other in perfecting our skills and highly value cross-training.

The Mohs Medical Assistant / Mohs Histotech provides clinical support to the Mohs surgical team, with the primary focus on Medical Assistant responsibilities and patient care. This role also provides histotechnology support as needed, including the preparation, processing, and staining of frozen tissue specimens for review by the Mohs surgeon.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environment, and able to balance patient-facing responsibilities with technical laboratory duties. Prior dermatology and Mohs experience is preferred, and candidates must meet the educational or training requirements necessary for histotech responsibilities.

• Escort patients to exam rooms, verify reason for visit, and obtain vital signs and medical histories.
• Prepare exam and procedure rooms before and between patients; restock supplies and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Assist the Mohs surgeon with procedures, including sterile tray setup, specimen handling, hemostasis, suture removal, and wound care.
• Administer local anesthesia as directed and within the scope of applicable licensure/certification.
• Provide patients with pre- and post-operative instructions and reinforce provider recommendations.
• Assist with patient flow and other clinical duties as needed to support efficient daily operations.
• Maintain appropriate infection prevention, sterilization, and safety practices.
• Handle infectious and regulated medical waste according to established policies and procedures.

• Prepare Mohs tissue specimens for microscopic examination by embedding, freezing, sectioning, staining, and mounting frozen tissue specimens.
• Operate cryostats, stain equipment, and other laboratory instrumentation safely and accurately.
• Mount, label, organize, and distribute prepared slides to the Mohs surgeon for review.
• Maintain appropriate documentation, quality control records, and laboratory logs.
• Replace reagents and perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• File surgical slides and maintain organized specimen and slide storage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Assist with maintaining CLIA requirements and appropriate laboratory documentation in cooperation with Optima's Director of Training and Compliance.
• Follow OSHA, CLIA, blood borne pathogen, chemical hygiene, and other applicable laboratory safety requirements.
• Safely handle potentially hazardous, carcinogenic, odorous, and other substances associated with histology and laboratory procedures.
• Perform histotechnology responsibilities as needed based on clinic volume and operational needs.

• Document patient encounters, procedures, and other required information accurately in the EMR.
• Complete required forms, lab requisitions, and surgical documentation.
• Prepare specimens for in-house or external laboratory processing as needed.
• Assist with diagnostic testing, referrals, and related provider communication.
• Communicate with pharmacies and insurance companies regarding prescription authorizations and pre-certifications as directed.
• Assist with phone triage and patient consultations as directed by the provider.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism in all patient interactions.

• Maintain appropriate inventory of clinical and laboratory supplies, including monitoring expiration dates and reordering supplies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with providers and office management regarding patient care and clinic operations.
• Work collaboratively with the surgical and clinical team to support an efficient patient experience.
• Follow standard precautions and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Licensed or certified Medical Assistant; nursing degree or other applicable…