Dermatology Technician Clinic

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Dermatology Technician, you will help our Dermatologists and MOHS surgeons provide high-quality clinical and surgical care so they can ensure optimal patient outcomes, safety, and comfort in our fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Every day, you will serve as the bridge between our clinical team and our patients, leading the flow of our practice to ensure a seamless experience from check-in to procedure recovery. You will be expected to perform a high level of technical surgical assistance, including preparing sterile fields,

assisting with complex MOHS and cosmetic procedures, managing medical photography, and ensuring diligent follow-up on pathology results.

What You’ll Do

• Clinical & Surgical Support: Prepare exam rooms, assist with biopsies and surgeries (retraction, suturing, and instrumentation), and manage the sterilization of surgical equipment.
• Patient Care: Room patients, obtain vitals, manage consent forms, provide pre- and post-op education, and perform suture removals.
• Medical Aesthetics & Laser: Assist in the laser suite and support cosmetic injections through patient preparation and topical anesthetic application.
• Pathology Management: Track, document, and communicate pathology results, ensuring no patient falls through the cracks regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Administrative Excellence: Maintain inventory, perform safety sweeps, manage prior authorizations, and provide cross-trained support for front-office duties.

To be successful in this role, you must **possess a high degree of clinical aptitude and a "patient-first" mentality.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
• 1-3 years At least 1 year of experience as a practicing medical assistant in a dermatology or MOHS clinic/setting , upon hire
• Medical Assistant Certification: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire