Mohs Technician

About the role

Epiphany Dermatology, based in Austin, TX, is a rapidly growing dermatology services company aiming to enhance access to dermatology services and deliver exceptional patient care in underserved markets across the U.S. We are seeking a Mohs Technician to join our mission-driven team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient patient flow, while supporting patient safety and satisfaction.
• Properly map and process specimens, freezing and sectioning specimens per CLIA regulations.
• Implement appropriate procedures for staining, tissue processing, embedding, and other assignments.
• Efficiently organize, file, log, and locate all slides/blocks; dispose of outdated slides/blocks as necessary per CAP/CLIA regulations.
• Operate laboratory equipment according to guidelines, check for malfunctions, and report issues.
• Ensure proper disposal of blood/body fluids, biohazard materials, needle containers, and potentially infectious waste.
• Provide general laboratory maintenance such as equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, cleaning, and filling fixative bottles.
• Monitor expiration dates and make adjustments as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and workgroups to contribute to practice improvements and solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Able to adjust personal availability according to volume changes and activity surges.
• Able to adhere to a compliance program and HIPAA standards and policies.
• Able to receive and apply constructive input for performance improvement and growth.

Qualifications/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One (1) year of prior experience as a Mohs Technician highly desired.

Preferred Education

• Earned an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• Education and training equivalent to an associate’s degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology that includes:
• At least 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include:
• 6 semester credit hours of chemistry,
• 6 semester credit hours of biology,
• 12 semester credit hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory in any combination.

Benefits

• Medical, life insurance, short-term disability coverage, mental health services, and more at no cost for eligible employees.
• Great vision, dental, and supplemental insurance options.
• 401k with company matching.
• Employee discounts.
• HSA and FSA.
• Tuition assistance.
• Certification reimbursement.