Travel Dermatology Medical Assistant

Skin Solutions is looking for a Clinical Assistant to assist in medical procedures for the Nashville area. This is a PART time position, 3 days a week, 10 hours shifts, NO WEEKENDS!!! This would be a traveling Position within our Columbia and Franklin locations. ON JOB TRAINING PROVIDED. The ideal candidate is someone with the ability to multi-task in a fast pace environment with exceptional problem solving and analytical skills. They would need to remain calm under pressure while also remaining team oriented and empathic to each patient and their needs. Oversees and directly participates in the preparation of frozen section microscope slides. Complies with established policies and procedures, including OSHA & HIPAA. Assures patient and office confidentiality. Assist providers with patient care. Meticulous chart documentation. Assist with biopsies/surgery procedures. Patient education regarding treatment plans/medication/skincare regimen. Self-directed nursing procedures: suture removal, anesthetizing surgical sites, and dressing changes. Performs other duties as may be assigned periodically. Essential Skills and Abilities: xc2xb7 Detail-oriented with the ability to record and report properly inpatient records all pertinent information. xc2xb7 Good problem-solving and analytical skills. xc2xb7 Ability to work as a team member. xc2xb7 Well-organized with attention to detail. xc2xb7 Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. xc2xb7 Treats patients and co-workers with respect. Key Responsibilities: Assist Mohs surgeon during procedures Detail-oriented in the preparation of each surgery case by completing all necessary documentation before during and after completion of each surgery Processing tissue for microscopic review, to including inking, mounting, labeling, cover-slipping, and storage Performing re-cuts and additional staining upon request by surgeon Maintaining necessary lab logs and documentation as required my CLIA and compliance with all other established policies and procedures, including OSHA & HIPAA. Ensures cleaning and daily operational maintenance of lab equipment, schedule repairs and PM’s as needed. Patient education regarding treatment plans/including pre-operative and post operative directions.- Self-directed nursing procedures: suture removal, anesthetizing surgical sites, and dressing changes. Other duties and responsibilities to be assigned as needed Histology xc2xb7 Set up tissue ink inpatient rooms and the staining station. xc2xb7 Performs quality assurance checks on cryostat and refrigerator; fill out all appropriate log sheets. xc2xb7 Follows appropriate procedures in processing MOHS specimens. xc2xb7 Makes frozen section slides for each MOHS case promptly and in a timely fashion. xc2xb7 Rotates and freshens staining solutions throughout the day as needed. xc2xb7 Monitor surgical board for accuracy xc2xb7 Empathetic with patientxe2x80x99s needs and concerns. xc2xb7 Sharpens knives, orders supplies, files microscopic slides xc2xb7 Ensures cleaning and daily operational maintenance of equipment, i.e., oiling of the cryostat, changing the filter of fume hood, etc. Notifies Lead Histo technician of any equipment problems so he/she can arrange timely service to correct or to schedule preventative maintenance. xc2xb7 Covers the stains when done each day. xc2xb7 Call Mohs patients post-op once chart locked to verify they are not experiences any issues that would warrant coming back into the office. Document conversation in the chart. Other nursing duties as requested Education: Certified CMA (Required) or LPN (preferred)’Work Locations (with a monthly Stipend to travel within a tripod) : Columbia Franklin Work Remotely No Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends License/Certification: CMA Certification (Required) LPN (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Columbia, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Multiple locations