Dermatologic Technician

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Location: US:WI:WAUWATOSA at our FROEDTERT BLUEMOUND CLINICS facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 0.600000

Standard Hours: 24.00

Shift: 1

Schedule:

Week 1&3: Monday 8-12, Wednesday 8-4:30, Thursday 12-4:30, Friday 8-4:30

Week 2&4: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday working 8-4:30

Job Summary:

Contributes to patient care by assisting in high level, complex Mohs surgery and reconstructive repairs, in collaboration with other departments including oculoplastic, otolaryngology, and plastic surgery. Enrolled in department Mohs specialty training program to successfully obtain competencies and clinical skills necessary to independently support Mohs surgeons. Maintains proper sterile environment and handling of various surgical instruments, including suction. Performs complex suture removals, bandage changes, and wound care follow-up according to provider requests. Demonstrates patient care excellence by providing hands-on, compassionate patient support throughout surgery and discharge, including assisting the physician with providing discharge instructions to the patient.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of 1 year of experience as a medical assistant, certified nursing assistant, EMT, surgical technologist or dermatologic technician in a surgical work area is preferred.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technician or EMT education program is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize and multitask, detail oriented. Knowledge of medical terminology, sterile technique, and surgical instruments preferred. Demonstrate a high level of teamwork and collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care.

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire. Certification is preferred for those who have completed the CNA, MA, ST, or EMT programs.

Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.