MOHS Medical Assistant- Per Diem/Part Time/Full Time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Training & development

Days Required

Tuesdays and Wednesdays (every other week). Can also work full time as a Medical Assistant for clinic other days.

Department

Mohs Micrographic Surgery / Surgical Dermatology

Reports To

Clinical Manager / Practice Manager

Job Type

Per Diem (Part-time, scheduled weekly)

Job Summary

We are seeking an efficient, highly skilled Per Diem Mohs Surgery Medical Assistant to join our team every Tuesday and Wednesday. In this specialized role, you will work directly alongside our Mohs Surgeon during multi‑stage skin cancer surgeries, reconstructions, and repairs. You will manage the high‑velocity workflow of the surgical day, coordinate between patients and the pathology lab, and deliver exceptional surgical care. The ideal candidate has deep experience in a sterile field environment and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume surgical clinic.

Core Responsibilities

Surgical & Clinical Duties

• First Assisting: Act as the primary surgical first assist to the Mohs Surgeon during tumor excisions, tissue layer removals, and complex reconstructions.
• Sterile Field Management: Set up sterile surgical trays, prep patient surgical sites, and maintain strict aseptic technique throughout the day.
• Hemostasis & Bandaging: Assist with surgical hemostasis (electrosurgical units/cautery) and apply precision surgical pressure dressings.
• Tissue Coordination: Properly gross, label, log, and map surgical tissue specimens to hand off immediately to the on‑site histology lab technician.
• Patient Scribing: Accurately document surgical margins, stage depths, defect measurements, and closure types in the EHR system in real‑time.
• Wound Care & Education: Provide intensive pre‑ and post‑operative instructions, explain emergency bleeding protocols, and handle suture removal visits.
• Instrument Sterilization: Clean, package, and autoclave surgical instruments, ensuring rapid turnover of specialized surgical packs.

Administrative & Per Diem Workflow

• Biopsy Verification: Review and verify previous pathology reports and surgical site markings prior to the patient entering the operating suite.
• Quick Onboarding: Step into the clinic on Tuesdays and Wednesdays with immediate focus, seamlessly blending with the existing core clinical team.
• Post‑Op Documentation: Scan and log pathology maps and final reconstruction tracking documents into the patient's electronic medical chart.

Skills and Qualifications

Required Education & Certifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification: Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
• Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.

Experience & Skills

• Mohs Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of dedicated experience in Mohs micrographic surgery or high‑volume dermatologic surgery is highly preferred.
• Sterile Technique: Expert knowledge of sterile techniques, surgical instrumentation, and local anesthesia protocols.
• EHR Software: Proficiency with dermatology EHR software (specifically EMA/Modernizing Medicine or Nextech).
• Speed & Stamina: Ability to handle high patient volumes and remain focused during prolonged multi‑stage surgical procedures.
• Attributes: Exceptional manual dexterity, a steady hand, strong focus under pressure, and a calm, comforting bedside manner for anxious surgical patients.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time at the surgical table.
• Excellent visual acuity to assist with delicate surgical closures under bright OR lighting.
• Fine motor skills to handle small surgical needles, sutures, scalpel blades, and delicate instruments safely.