Mohs Technician at VITALSKIN PHYSICIAN MANAGEMENT LLC

Bourbonnais, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

33.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tissue Preparation, Cryostat Operation, Tissue Staining, Lab Maintenance, Supply Ordering, Slide Organization, Reagent Preparation, CLIA Compliance, HIPAA Compliance, Quality Control, Patient Identification, Histotechnology, Specimen Processing

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Mohs Histotechnician will work under the direction of the Mohs Surgeon and will assist the physician in the care of the Mohs patients to assure optimal medical care. 2-3 Mondays a month 8am-2pm as needed-Bourbonnais & Oak Park locations $45-65 per case depending on experience JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Preparing, freezing, and cutting tissue along with frozen sections using cryostat * Staining tissue (slides) * Maintaining Mohs lab and ordering supplies as necessary * Maintaining storage and organization of slides * Preparation of all materials and reagents used in the Mohs lab with proper handling and disposal * Maintaining and updating CLIA records/logs * Maintaining Mohs log for patient identification * Maintaining Quality Control (QC) logs as required per CLIA regulation, including, but not limited to daily cryostat temperature, stainer log, room humidity log, DTM control log along with case QC, daily Mohs case QC for slides * Conform to all applicable HIPAA, CLIA and safety guidelines * Train others as needed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Exact tasks and responsibilities may vary by location; employees are subject to the direction of management at the office, as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the office and/or organization. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications * Education equivalent to an associate's degree with at least 60 semester hours to include either 24 in medical lab technology or 24 hours with (6-chemistry, 6-biology and 12 in chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination) AND three months documented lab training in high complexity testing by specialty or completion of an approved department of Health and Human Services HHS lab training program (ABHES, CAHEA). * Associate's degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical lab technology. Preferred Qualifications * Two years’ experience performing hands on Mohs Histotech duties, including processing specimens and ensuring CLIA standards are met. * Histotechnician (HT) certification. Physical Requirements * Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and working at a desk and using an iPad or computer. * Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. at times VSD CORE VALUES Having fun. We celebrate success and failure, we find humor in our daily lives, we create a fun atmosphere, and we enjoy being together. Being a team. We care for one another and build each other up, we embrace diversity and inclusion, we collaborate, and we serve one another – forming a strong family bond. Being resilient. We expect the unexpected, we embrace the need to change, `we are optimistic and grateful, and we are focused on our mission and vision. Being accountable. We strive to provide value every day; we use data to continually improve, we continually evaluate competing priorities, and we deliver exceptional results. Being courageous. We are not afraid to be vulnerable, we have ideological debates, we rise to the challenge, facing problems head-on, and we make the tough decisions. Being entrepreneurial. We have an owner’s mentality, we set high goals, we strive to be a leader in our industry, and we manage our business and financial risk.

Responsibilities

The Histotechnician will support the Mohs Surgeon by preparing, freezing, and cutting tissue sections using a cryostat, followed by staining the resulting slides. Responsibilities also include maintaining the Mohs lab, ordering supplies, and ensuring proper handling and disposal of materials.