Surgical Technologist - Dermatology

Christie Clinic's Department of Dermatology is seeking a full-time Surgical Technician(Sign-On Bonus Available) from Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm at Christie Clinic on University, with no night or weekend requirements.

Duties include performance of skills through the delivery of patient care using a systematic patient assessment and delivery of services recommended under the direction supervision of a licensed medical physician. A CST and CPR/BLS certification are required and previous healthcare experience is preferred.

JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all the duties assigned):

• Sets up procedure room, according to prescribed standards.
• Assists Mohs surgeon throughout the procedure with instruments, and providing hands on assistance, according to prescribed standards.
• Dress and provide wound care instruction for the surgery site.
• Handles specimens for pathology according to prescribed standards.
• Assists Mohs surgeon during procedure according to prescribed standards. Assists and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
• Takes appropriate photographs of Mohs stages. Label and organize photographs.
• Assists the Mohs surgeon by providing and controlling surgical instruments and equipment during Mohs stages.
• Assist in procedure room maintenance, including case preparation, room turnover, and instrument processing.
• Ensures that instruments and supplies are properly transferred without contamination or errors for cleaning and sterilization.
• Provides hands on assisting with Mohs procedures and wound closures/repairs.
• Assists with lab/pathology processing of Mohs specimens.
• Assists the dermatologist in day-to-day dermatology patient flow.
• Assist with inventory and storage of equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to all ages.
• Performs medical assistant duties as required for non-Mohs patients, as part of the dermatology practice.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting up to 75 pounds.  Hearing within, or correctable to, a normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office and surgical equipment is required.        

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a clinical office/medical spa atmosphere with possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, hazardous waste, bodily fluids, and other waste common to a health care environment.  Requirements may include working irregular hours.

PAY AND BENEFITS:

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. 

We also offer a substantial benefits package, including: