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Mohs Assistant Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

MOHS Tech

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$21.62 - $31.07/hr

If a high school diploma or GED: requires one year of experience as a Medical Assistant, Nursing ... SOM Derm - MOHS Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Salary Range: $21.62 - $31.07 ...

MOHS Tech

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$21.62 - $31.07/hr

... Assistant, or related experience in a clinical support role. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities ... SOM Derm - MOHS Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Salary Range: $21.62 - $31.07 ...

MOHS Tech (Per Diem)

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$21.62 - $31.07/hr

If a high school diploma or GED: requires one year of experience as a Medical Assistant, Nursing ... SOM Derm - MOHS Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours Per Week: 25.00 Salary Range: $21.62 - $31.07 ...

MOHS Tech (Per Diem)

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$21.62 - $31.07/hr

... Assistant, or related experience in a clinical support role. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities ... SOM Derm - MOHS Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours Per Week: 25.00 Salary Range: $21.62 - $31.07 ...

Mohs or Medical Assistant experience preferred Education: * Bachelor's degree preferred Certifications/Licenses: * HT(ASCP) preferred not required Additional Information All your information will be ...

Mohs or Medical Assistant experience preferred Education: * Bachelor's degree preferred Certifications/Licenses: * HT(ASCP) preferred not required Additional Information All your information will be ...

Provide direct patient care for Mohs patients; intake & prep patients for Mohs layers and reconstructive surgery, assist providor with surgeries, provide patient education to patients and family ...

Provide direct patient care for Mohs patients; intake & prep patients for Mohs layers and reconstructive surgery, assist providor with surgeries, provide patient education to patients and family ...

Medical Assistant - Mohs Surgery Location: Raleigh, NC | Onsite Department: Dermatology Shift: FT Monday - Friday, 08:00am - 05:00PM Medical Assistant - Mohs Surgery Raleigh, NC | In-Office Support ...

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How much do mohs assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for mohs assistant in Raleigh, NC is $20.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $21.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mohs assistant?

A Mohs Assistant is a healthcare professional who supports dermatologists during Mohs micrographic surgery, a precise technique for treating skin cancer. Their duties include preparing patients, assisting with surgical procedures, processing and staining tissue samples, and maintaining sterile environments. Mohs Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of the procedure by working closely with both the surgeon and laboratory staff. They often have backgrounds as medical assistants or histotechnicians and receive specialized training in Mohs surgery protocols.

What does a Mohs assistant do?

A typical day for a Mohs Assistant involves preparing patients for Mohs micrographic surgery, assisting the surgeon during tissue removal, and handling specimen processing for lab analysis. Mohs Assistants work closely with dermatologists, histotechnologists, and nurses to ensure accurate mapping, labeling, and documentation of tissue samples. Collaboration and effective communication are essential, as the Mohs Assistant often acts as a liaison between the surgery and lab teams to help facilitate a smooth workflow and optimal patient care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Mohs assistant?

To thrive as a Mohs Assistant, you need a solid background in medical assisting, knowledge of dermatologic procedures, and often a certification such as CMA or RMA. Familiarity with surgical instruments, tissue processing equipment, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems is typically required. Attention to detail, patient empathy, and strong organizational skills help you excel in this patient-focused and precise environment. These competencies ensure accurate specimen handling, support effective teamwork, and contribute to optimal patient care during Mohs surgeries.

What is the difference between Mohs Assistant vs Histology Technician?

AspectMohs AssistantHistology Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingAssociate degree or certification in histology
Work EnvironmentMedical clinics, dermatology officesLaboratories, hospitals, research facilities
Employer & IndustryDermatology and surgical clinicsMedical labs, research institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles support medical procedures, a Mohs Assistant primarily assists in dermatology clinics performing Mohs surgery, focusing on patient prep and surgical support. A Histology Technician works mainly in labs preparing tissue samples for analysis. The roles differ in credentials, work environment, and industry focus, but both are vital in medical diagnostics and treatment.

What cities near Raleigh, NC are hiring for Mohs Assistant jobs?

Cities near Raleigh, NC with the most Mohs Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Mohs Assistant job openings in Raleigh, NC as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,623 per year, or $20 per hour.

MOHS Tech

Chapel Hill, NC • On-site

UNC Health Careers
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$21.62 - $31.07/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon with procedures including skin biopsies, Mohs surgical layers, reconstructive surgery, and consultations.

  • Obtain preoperative patient information, consent forms, and educate patients and families about the Mohs surgical process and post-operative care.

  • Maintain surgical patient records, photographs, and surgical logs using Epic EMR, and prepare and clean the surgery suites before and after procedures.


UNC Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 321 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

About the Clinic

Located in the vibrant Southern Village multiuse neighborhood, our procedural dermatology clinic sits at the heart of a community filled with residential spaces, restaurants, markets, and recreational areas. It's an environment that blends convenience, comfort, and connection.

What Makes This Role Meaningful

You will work exclusively with patients diagnosed with skin cancer, supporting them through procedures that often allow them to leave the clinic cancerfree the same day.

This is a highly patientfacing role where procedures are performed under local anesthetic, giving you the unique opportunity to practice therapeutic communication, build rapport, and support patients who may be with us for several hours.

You'll be part of a clinic recognized for excellence, the clinic was the recipient of the 2024 Carolina Care Award for outstanding clinical care and patient experience.

Schedule & Work Environment

Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, with occasional overtime based on patient care needs.

Free parking is provided, making your commute easier and more predictable.

Professional Growth & Education

Our clinic hosts one of the nation's most soughtafter Mohs Surgery Fellowship programs, creating a highly educational, collaborative environment.

You'll gain exposure to histology lab workflows and labbased tasks, expanding your technical skill set.

Our physicians have earned multiple UNC awards over the past decade, reflecting a culture of excellence and mentorship.

Why Teammates Love Working Here

A missiondriven environment focused on curing cancer and supporting patients through a vulnerable moment in their lives.

A team culture that values learning, precision, compassion, and continuous improvement.

A setting that blends clinical rigor with genuine human connection.

Incentive

$5,000 Commitment Incentive paid out in six (6) installments over three (3) years.


Summary:

Assists the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon by preparing the surgery suites, prepping patients, assisting with the Mohs procedure, reconstruction, bandaging, and patient education.


Responsibilities:

1. Assists the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon with procedures including but not limited to skin biopsies, Mohs surgical layers, reconstructive surgery and consultations scheduled prior to procedures.
2. Obtains preoperative patient information, consent forms, and provides education to patients and family members of the Mohs Surgical process and what to expect throughout the day. Relays pertinent information to the Mohs Micrographic Surgeon prior to surgery.
3. Educates patients and families members about post-operative care in accordance with Mohs Micrographic Surgeon's instructions and answers any follow-up questions with patience and compassion.
4. Provide patients with Mohs surgical follow-up appointments as needed, answer myChart or office voicemail patient questions, and confers with surgeons regarding additional post-Mohs patient care.
5. Maintains surgical patient photographs, Mohs Micrographic Surgeon Tumor Log and Referring Provider Thank You Letters using Epic EMR post-Mohs surgical data and Mohs Histology Technician data.
6. Maintain and clean the surgery suites by stocking rooms, preparing supplies instruments before and after procedures, observing & reporting surgical equipment needs.


Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:
Bachelors' degree in science-related discipline or Surgical Technologist diploma preferred.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
No licensure or certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
If a Bachelor's degree: No prior experience is required.
If a Surgical Technologist diploma: No prior experience is required.
If a high school diploma or GED:  requires one year of experience as a Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, or related experience in a clinical support role.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:


Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians

Organization Unit: SOM Derm - MOHS

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $21.62 - $31.07 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No


This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.


Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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