Patch Test Tech , Dermatology

Position Summary :

Manages daily activities of the Patch Test Clinic, including ordering, organizing and otherwise maintaining antigens, the antigen database and avoidance sheets, scheduling patients referred for patch testing, screening and counseling patients scheduled for past testing, serving as liaison between patients and providers, and assisting the providers in other patch testing duties as needed, such as maintaining a database of positive reactions and assisting with research projects.

In addition, the patch test technician will perform patient care activities including, rooming patients, preparing, applying, securing, mapping and removing patches, and educating patients on plan of care.

Education / Experience :

Graduate from a healthcare program, such as medical assistant or pharmacy technician equivalent experience. Five years of clinical experience is required.

Two years of experience in a patch test clinic is desirable.

Special Knowledge / Skills / Certifications / Licenses :

Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills and ability to learn information in a fast-paced environment. Excellent clinical and human relations skills.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Basic computer / keyboarding / mouse skills required. Knowledge of allergens and ability to research the source of allergens is critical, experience in a patch test clinic is preferred.

Additional Information :

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

We are committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A culture where every person feels welcome, included, and valued.

It’s an important part of our Head + Heart, Together culture, and critical to our success.

The Organization

At Park Nicollet you're part of something bigger. We're a member of the HealthPartners organization, an award-winning integrated health care system comprised of several organizations.

HealthPartners includes a team of 21, people dedicated to making a difference for our members, patients and the community.

Whether you want to work in direct patient care, or support those who do, you will find a vast variety of job opportunities.

Here, your contributions help to improve lives and impact health care for the better. If you want to make a difference, we want you on our team.

Park Nicollet Mission, Vision and Values

Mission : Our mission is to improve health and well-being in partnership with our members, patients and community.

Vision : Health as it could be, affordability as it must be, through relationships built on trust.

Values :

• Excellence We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.
• Compassion We care and show empathy and respect for each person.
• Partnership We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.
• Integrity We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

What makes us unique?

At Park Nicollet, we never forget why we're here. Your health and well-being is our top priority and is at the forefront of everything we do.

We believe outstanding health care is delivered when we merge the science and intellect of medicine with the compassion, spirit and humanity of our hearts.

We refer to this as "Head + Heart, Together," and it exists to inspire constant improvement and lasting success. We achieve this by partnering with patients and families in everything from care decisions to service and facility design.

As we work together as a unified team, we engage patients, families and the community, and put them at the center of everything we do.