Per Diem Dermatology Technician I/II/III - Kesley-Seybold Clinic Fort Bend Campus

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We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Per Diem Dermatology Technician at varying levels (I, II, III). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Per Diem Dermatology Technician I : 
  • Dermatology Technician I provides supportive patient care functions for Dermatology and other assigned clinical area, under the supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational, and professional standards
  • The Technician requires additional duties which include demonstrating knowledge and scribing of medical terminology to assist in documentation during Dermatology office visits and/or procedures
  • This position may scribe for physicians (history, physical, patient instructions, pending orders
  • The technician may also be asked to administer injectables and/or other high level skill performance: Perform phototherapy treatment/excimer laser treatment, Set-up/assist with procedures, sterile field, and/or cosmetic procedures, removal of sutures, Ipledge/isotretinoin patient education, registration in ipledge, apply patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis, sterilize instruments, and manage pathology log to make sure all results received and given to patients/treatments done
• Per Diem Dermatology Technician II: 
  • Includes all duties of a Per Diem Dermatology Technician I
• Per Diem Dermatology Technician III: 
  • Includes all duties of a Per Diem Dermatology Technician I/II 
     

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED 
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program or school 
• BLS through American Heart Association 
• No experience required with Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant OR 1 year of directly related experience as a Medical Assistant with NO Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant
• Computer experience
• Basic Medical/Nursing terminology
• Able to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population

Preferred Qualifications:

• For Per Diem Dermatology Technician II: 
  • 5+ years of directly related experience as a Medical Assistant with Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant OR 6 years of directly related experience as a Medical Assistant with no Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant
• For Per Diem Dermatology Technician III: 
  • 8+ years of directly related experience as a Medical Assistant with Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant Or 9 years of directly related experience as a Medical Assistant with no Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.