Histology Technician or Histotechnologist (HT/HTL) - Anatomic Pathology Core

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

2d•$27 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The Histology Laboratory processes over 400,000 paraffin-embedded blocks and 1,500,00 slides per year, handling surgical, autopsy, and research material. The laboratory contributes to accurate patient diagnosis and scientific knowledge. The Histology Laboratory is seeking Histology Technicians/Histotechnologists to join their team. As a Histology Technician/Histotechnologist, you will be responsible for preparing microscope slides for pathologist review by preparing thin slices of tissue using various techniques and equipment. You will also assist with training students and new employees, foster an inclusive work environment, and respect diverse backgrounds. There are opportunities for career advancement within Anatomic Pathology.

Requirements

Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
These positions are ineligible for visa sponsorship.
Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of technical procedures that result in the creation of microscopic slide preparations.
Accessioning specimens
Specimen processing
Microtomy techniques
Paraffin embedding
Frozen sectioning
Plastic embedding
Routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining
Special stains
Immunofluorescence staining
Immunohistochemical staining
In situ hybridization
Prepare specimens and perform testing procedures on pathology specimens that result in the creation of microscopic slide preparations for diagnostic and/or prognostic analysis by the pathologist.
Provide overall operational support necessary to maintain and optimize testing activities using technical theory.