Mohs Surgical Assistant - Dermatology

Career Opportunities at Summit Health and CityMD
Summit Health and CityMD form a physician-driven, patient-centric network, committed to simplifying the complexities of health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our unique network was created by the 2019 merger between Summit Medical Group, one of the nation's premier independent multispecialty medical groups, and CityMD, the leading urgent care provider in the New York metropolitan area. Together, Summit Health and CityMD deliver a more intuitive, comprehensive, and responsive care experience for every patient, regardless of the stage of life or health condition, through high-quality primary, specialty, and urgent care.
We are continually growing to meet the needs of our patients and deliver exceptional care to an even greater population. Summit Health now has more than 2,800 providers across more than 80 specialty areas, 13,000 employees, and over 370 locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Central Oregon. CityMD has over 150 locations across the tri-state. We share a vision of improving the way health care needs are addressed by offering timely, high-quality, comprehensive care with an exceptional patient experience. Together, we provide the best possible care to every patient in every neighborhood.
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Job Description
MOHS Surgical Assistant
Job Title: MOHS Surgical Assistant
Grade: 27
Department: DERM-MOHS
Schedule: Mon-Thurs (7:30 am - 6 pm)
Supervisor/Reports To: Associate Director
Exempt or Non-Exempt (FLSA): Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
The Mohs Surgical Assistant is responsible for assisting the Mohs surgeon during procedures. The Surgical Assistant is responsible for the scheduling and pre-certification of Mohs surgical procedures. The Surgical Assistant also functions in the role of direct patient care including the taking of patient history, taking of vital signs, performing surgical dressing changes and assisting with suture removal. The surgical scheduler ensures that all information and consents are available before the patient's procedure. The surgical scheduler will perform all medical assistant duties to support patient care.
Essential Job functions:

• Demonstrates a working knowledge of booking and scheduling Mohs procedures
• Functions as the assistant to the Mohs surgeon during procedures with clinical and documentation support
• Prepares the patient prior to the procedure; obtains vital signs, reconciles medical and surgical history, review of medications and allergies. Documents appropriately in EMR.
• Demonstrates understanding of submission of necessary documents for pre-certification of patient procedures
• Provides post procedure care including surgical dressing changes and assisting with suture removal
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of insurance and pre-certification requirements
• Directly schedules patients and manages the surgery schedule,
• Performs Phlebotomy as directed.
• Demonstrates working knowledge for rescheduling and canceling procedures
• Demonstrates customer service skills when communicating with peers/other departments
• Verbalizes customer services skills to alleviate patient anxiety
• Logs surgical procedures as needed
• Communicates problems to Nurse/Physician/Supervisor
• Demonstrates good judgment in scheduling procedure to increase physician productivity
• Employs appropriate and timely use of EMR tasks
• Accurately completes any/all necessary forms for the patient
• Answers phones and triages calls, takes accurate messages.
• Performs various clerical duties including faxing, photocopying, scanning, filing and mailing's
• Stocks and prepares exam rooms. Assists in ordering of supplies.
• Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures
• Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned

General Job functions:

• Assist Physician during all procedures (including , but not limited to; MOHS, biopsies , incisions, etc.)

• Other duties as assigned

Physical Job Requirements:

• Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
• Physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

Environmental Risks:

• Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen

• Combative Patients / Visitors

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• High School Graduate/GED / Equivalent Work, required. Vocational/Technical School, preferred.
• 0-1 Years related work experience, required. 2-4 Years' experience, preferred.
• Heart Saver within 90 days of hire, required
• Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Phlebotomy certification, preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, required
• Good interpersonal skills, required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred
• Ability to perform diversified duties within time limitations with high degree of accuracy, preferred
• Ability to organize, problem solve, critical think and set priorities, preferred
• Basic proficiency in computer use, required
• Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail)
• Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment
• EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems

Travel:

• Travel to satellite locations for meetings

Total Rewards at Summit Health CityMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. Summit Health highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. We strive to provide a valuable suite of benefits, wellness programs, compensation, time off, and resources to support the wellbeing and personal needs of team members and their families at various stages of life and in their professional career. Collectively, we call these "Total Rewards".
Here at Summit Health, our total rewards include, but are not limited to:

• We've Got You Covered - Health coverage is vital, and it begins as soon as the 1st of the month after you start employment.
• Build a Healthy Foundation - Various medical plan options, HDHP with HSA option and employer contribution, and waived copays at CityMD Urgent Cares.
• Enhance Your Health Coverage - Dental and vision insurance, plus healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Safeguard Your Household - Company paid EAP and life insurance, plus optional supplemental life, pet, and legal plan insurance.
• Protect Against the Unexpected - Voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance.
• Retirement Investing - 401(k) plan with company match every pay period to help you build towards your retirement.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid time off including PTO, holidays, and more so employees can take a break or care for themselves and their family.
• Paid Maternity Leave - Paid time off for the birth of a child to assist with important time away while welcoming the newest addition to your family.
• Reach Professional Goals - Tuition reimbursement, annual compensation and bonus program, and internal growth opportunities.
• Financial Wellness - Educational webinars, resources, and tools to help foster financial literacy.

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