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Mohs Tech Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

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Medical Assistant

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

I&D * Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery * Phototherapy * Injections * Koh preps * Trichograms ... Certified Medical Assistant, DERM Tech a plus * Must keep current on all state certifications ...

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How much do mohs tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for mohs tech in Colorado is $24.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $27.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mohs Tech?

Mohs Techs, or Mohs Technicians, are specialized laboratory professionals who prepare tissue samples for examination during Mohs micrographic surgery, a precise technique used to treat skin cancer. Their main responsibilities include freezing, cutting, staining, and mounting tissue sections so that a Mohs surgeon can examine them under a microscope. By ensuring the accuracy and quality of these slides, Mohs Techs play a crucial role in helping surgeons remove all cancerous cells while sparing as much healthy tissue as possible. Mohs Techs typically work in dermatology clinics, hospitals, or specialized labs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mohs Tech, and why are they important?

To excel as a Mohs Technician, you need knowledge of histology, experience in tissue processing and embedding, and often an associate’s degree or histotechnician certification. Familiarity with microtomes, cryostats, staining protocols, and laboratory information systems is crucial. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and effective communication with dermatologists are standout soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate slide preparation and efficient workflow, which are vital for supporting timely and precise skin cancer treatment.

What are some common challenges Mohs Techs face during a typical workday, and how can they be addressed?

Mohs Techs often face challenges such as handling a high volume of tissue samples with precision and working efficiently under time pressure, since rapid and accurate slide preparation is crucial for Mohs surgery. Maintaining clear communication with dermatologists and surgical teams is also essential to ensure correct specimen orientation and labeling. To address these challenges, Mohs Techs benefit from strong organizational skills, ongoing training in cryostat techniques, and implementing standardized protocols for sample handling. Collaboration and attention to detail are key to ensuring patient safety and successful outcomes.

What is the difference between Mohs Tech vs Histotech?

AspectMohs TechHistotech
CertificationsTypically requires certification in Mohs micrographic surgeryRequires histology technician certification or associate degree in histology
Work EnvironmentOperates in dermatology or surgical clinics performing Mohs surgeryWorks in pathology labs preparing tissue slides for diagnosis
Employer & IndustryHospitals, dermatology clinics, surgical centersHospitals, pathology labs, research institutions

While both Mohs Tech and Histotech work with tissue samples, Mohs Techs focus on preparing tissues for Mohs micrographic surgery in dermatology settings, requiring specific certifications. Histotechs prepare tissue slides for pathology diagnosis in labs, often with different certifications. Their work environments and employer types also differ, reflecting their specialized roles in healthcare.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Mohs Tech jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Mohs Tech job openings:

Infographic showing various Mohs Tech job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,952 per year, or $24 per hour.

Mohs Technician - Traveling

Epiphany Dermatology

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago


Epiphany Dermatology rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Traveling Mohs Technician

Are you looking for an incredible opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing dermatology services company? Epiphany Dermatology, headquartered in Austin, TX, is on a mission to improve access to dermatology services and provide exceptional patient care in underserved markets across the U.S.

We are looking for a service-oriented, motivated individual to join us as a Traveling Mohs Technician to accomplish this mission. With ambitions to increase our reach over the next four to five years, our quickly expanding company has gone from a single site in 2015 to over 100 dermatological clinics nationwide.

Our employees are the key to our success and we're proud to offer eligible employees great benefits (many at no cost!), perks like free skin care, generous time off plans, the opportunity for growth, and the chance to be part of a purpose-driven organization taking patient care to the next level.

We are excited to grow our team with individuals who are as passionate about our patients as we are and invest a lot of time and energy in our employees' development because we believe being a part of the Epiphany team is a career opportunity—not just another job.

If you are interested in joining this mission-driven team, please consider applying today!

What we are looking for:

Traveling Mohs Technicians are instrumental to our success so, we're looking for someone dedicated to providing the best care possible with a big emphasis on empathy. As a Traveling Mohs Technician you would be instrumental in providing a variety of support functions that are critical in the lab such as processing, embedding, cutting and staining tissue specimens so a quality microscopic slide can be produced for diagnosis by the Mohs surgeon. The ideal candidate should be totally comfortable traveling between agreed upon clinics, demonstrating competency in all skills related to patient care … Bonus points if you are also great at making others smile!

What you'll do:

  • Maintain efficient patient flow, while supporting patient safety and satisfaction.
  • Properly map and process specimens, freezing and sectioning specimens per CLIA regulations.
  • Implement appropriate procedures for staining, tissue processing, embedding, and other assignments.
  • Efficiently organize, file, log, and able to locate all slides/blocks; dispose of outdated slides/blocks as necessary per CAP/CLIA regulations.
  • Ability to function independently and to interact well with doctor, patients and other team members
  • Operates laboratory equipment according to equipment guidelines. Checks care areas for malfunctioning equipment and general maintenance problems on a regular basis. Reports findings to the appropriate person or arranges for repairs, as required.
  • Ensures that blood/body fluids, biohazard materials, needle containers and potentially infectious waste are appropriately disposed of and removed from the laboratory areas, according to infection control guidelines.
  • Provide general laboratory maintenance such as equipment maintenance as required, making reagents, daily cleaning, and filling fixative bottles.
  • Orders, stocks, and maintains lab, special order items and supply storage areas using par levels of supplies, forms and equipment. Monitors expiration dates and takes action accordingly. Recognizes usage trends affecting unit supplies and makes recommendations for adjustments.
  • Participates in staff meetings and workgroups by providing constructive input for practice improvements and solutions.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Traveling Position:

This position is a Float/Travel position meaning that there is the possibility that you would travel weekly to our Colorado Springs, Broomfield, Frisco, CO, Edwards, CO and Salida, CO and other offices based on MOHs needs. The ideal candidate for this position will enjoy working with different teams and will be willing to travel to any of our clinics based on the highest need for the day or week. We are looking for a team member who will provide excellent skills and become an asset to our clinics. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed accordingly.

If you're a hard worker with excellent customer service skills who understands the importance of doing your best to take care of every patient … we want to talk to you!

It'll help to have/be:

  • Able to adjust personal availability according to volume changes and activity surges.
  • The ability to adhere to a compliance program and HIPAA standards and policies.
  • Able to receive and apply constructive input for performance improvement and growth.
  • Preferred Education (not required):
    • Have earned an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or
    • Have education and training equivalent to an associate's degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology that includes:
      • At least 60 semester credit hours from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include the following:
        • 6 semester credit hours of chemistry
        • 6 semester credit hours of biology
        • 12 semester credit hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory in any combination

Qualifications/Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Ability to travel up to 90% of the time in agreed-upon clinical locations.
  • One (1) year of prior experience as a Mohs Technician highly desired.
  • MA certification from the AAMA, NCCT or RMA or state approved Medical Assisting Program (as required by state).
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction. We will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Medical office, procedure/exam room and laboratory environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, biohazards or toxic substances. Daily activities may include standing, walking, sitting, bending and lifting items up to 30 lbs.

Benefits:

We offer generous benefits including medical, life insurance, short-term disability coverage, mental health services, and more at no cost for eligible employees. In addition, we have great vision, dental, and supplemental insurance options. We also offer 401k with company matching, employee discounts, HSA, FSA, tuition assistance, certification reimbursement, and more!


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