Tech - Histology Lab

Mayo Clinic • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is a top-ranked healthcare provider dedicated to patient needs and employee well-being. They offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuing education and career advancement. This role contributes to patient diagnosis, treatment, and care by preparing specimens for processing and analysis.

Requirements

• Associate of Science degree from an accredited college/university in histology, biology, or a program having emphasized anatomical, biological, and chemical sciences; or high school diploma or GED equivalent and four years of related experience.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license and regular access to a personal vehicle required.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated good judgment when dealing with a variety of procedural and technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Preparing various specimens for processing and analysis while maintaining positive patient identification throughout the preparation process.
• Retrieval and verification of patient specimens.
• Tracking of specimens without a requisition.
• Accessioning wet tissue specimens, outside/consultation material, and cytology specimens.
• Compiling work logs and printing slides.
• Slide cover slipping.
• Pathology case distribution.
• Block and slide filing and retrieval.
• Processor and other equipment maintenance.
• Chemical hazardous waste removal.
• Distillation of laboratory chemicals.
• Record retention.
• Cleaning and upkeep of work areas.
• Disposal of stored patient tissues.
• Ordering stain requests.
• Answering phones.
• Knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information Systems.
• May perform gross examination of surgical biopsies and embedding tissue blocks.
• May assist in any other areas as directed.
• Performs duties and communicates in an accurate, professional and ethical manner.
• Must demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness.
• Must demonstrate an ability to utilize proper techniques to deal effectively with people in stressful situations.
• May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree