Tech, MOHS Histology - Dermatology

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We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

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Job Description

Position Summary: A Mohs tech (or Mohs Histotechnician) performs tissue preparation, cutting, staining, and microscopic mounting of tissue specimens during Mohs surgery, ensuring high-quality slides for same-day diagnosis by the surgeon. Key duties include processing and freezing tissue, operating a cryostat to create frozen sections, performing H&E and other stains, covering slips slides, maintaining lab equipment, documenting records, upholding safety and quality standards, and assisting the surgeon during the procedure

Essential Job functions :

• Prepare tissue specimens by processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining for examination by the Mohs surgeon
  
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, including microtomes and cryostats
  
• Ensure accurate documentation and labeling of specimens and slides
  
• Perform routine and specialized histological and immunohistochemical staining techniques
  
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and compliance with safety and regulatory standards
  
• Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and protocols
  
• Collaborate closely with the Mohs surgeon and clinical staff to ensure timely processing and examination of specimens
  
• Monitor and order laboratory supplies to ensure efficient operation
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to tissue processing and staining
  
• Ensure quality control and assurance in all histological preparations
  
• Follows CLIA regulations and quality standards
  

General Job functions:

• Other job duties as required.
  

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• Associate's degree preferred
  
• 2-4 years' experience required.
  
• HT or HTL (ASCP) preferred.
  
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
  
• Ability to use critical thinking skills; develop, plan, and organize successful projects required.
  
• Ability to function autonomously and is an independent decision maker required.
  
• Experience with performing gross descriptions on biopsy specimens preferred.
  
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
  
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
  
• Experience with EMR preferred.
  

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