Histotechnologist/Medical Assistant
Histotechnologist/Medical Assistant
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Since 1984 Waccamaw Dermatology has proudly served as the Carolinas award-winning premier dermatology provider across our 12 welcoming locations. Were excited to invite a skilled professional to join our Wilmington team as a Full-Time dual-role Histotechnologist/ Medical Assistant. The position includes competitive compensation (based on experience) and comprehensive benefits (detailed below). Wed love to welcome you into our supportive work family where youll find genuine opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a positive patient-focused environment.
Benefits for the Histotechnologist/Medical Assistant:
This is a dual-role position with Responsibilities & Requirements for each Role. Training for this position will be in Myrtle Beach; therefore travel will be expected.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities: (Included but not limited to)
Assisting all Doctors/Nurses/Reps/Coordinators/Managers in support of delivering expert medical care to our patients
Direct interaction with patients (Greeting/Collecting intake info/Setting up Exam Rooms/Phone Calls etc.)
Other Day-to-day activities include fax correspondence point-of-care testing preparing/assisting for surgical procedures
Deliver our mission of bringing state-of-the-art expertise and patient care to our clientele
Histotechnologist Responsibilities: (Included but not limited to)
Perform Mohs lab procedures outlined in procedure manual working in direct contact with Mohs Surgeon. Other Responsibilities include:
Completing minimum 10 Mohs cases a day with satisfactory quality
Overseeing all patient logs and maintaining CLIA requirements
Perform technical histology tasks and other procedures
Provide equipment preventive maintenance quality control inventory & supply ordering data gathering/reports slide and block filing/retrieval
Ability to troubleshoot stainer cryostat and other instruments
Knowledge of reagent use storage and safe handling as well as lab standards by OSHA and CLIA
Performs daily cleaning of lab and equipment
Requirements of the Medical Assistant:
Completion of a technical/vocational training school program with either CMA AAMA RMA or CCMA Medical Assistant certification -OR- Emergency Medical Technician certification; as well as a high school diploma or equivalent preferred
BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification
Medical Assistant experience or the equivalent thereof in a high-volume medical setting with the ability to read write and interpret medical terminology
Scheduling flexibility to be able work morning/afternoon/evening hours four to five days per week as needed
Demonstrated ability and strong commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service principles
Positive and energetic attitude which inspires other team members
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with an ability to remain focused under pressure
Aptitude to communicate effectively balance multiple tasks set priorities and solve problems independently or in a group.
Technology proficiency is critical including previous EMR/EHR experience as well as working knowledge of Microsoft software products such as Word and Outlook
Scribe/Document for physician while in the room
Requirements of the Histotechnologist:
Experience: At least one year
Performance Requirements: Ability to Gross Embed Cut Hand Stain H&E Coverslip.
Knowledge of IHC staining for Melanoma
Knowledge: Cytology microscopy Stain Protocol Anatomy Setting up Mohs lab Mohs mapping techniques CLIA regulations
Equipment Operated: Cryostat standard office equipment including computers fax machines copiers printers telephones etc.
This position will require the ability to work the following hours:
On Tuesday the individual hired will be working as a Histotechnologist with the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. working for Mohs.
Wednesday - Friday they will be working as a Medical Assistant in General Dermatology with the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
About Us: Waccamaw Dermatology continues to build a culture where our providers and support staff share the same philosophical beliefs and are committed to providing the best clinical care and patient experience possible. We strive to offer residents in Wilmington and across the Carolinas the best treatment options for skin cancer and all other dermatologic conditions. Our doctors have trained at MUSC Mayo Clinic Johns Hopkins Brown Ohio State the Royal College of Surgeons and more yet we deliver that level of expertise in the comfort of a community dermatology practice.
Employment Type
Full-Time
