Histotech Assistant - Histology
About The Position
As a Histotech Assistant working in the Histology Laboratory, you will be responsible for contributing to diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by performing a volume and variety of Histopathology technical procedures as trained under direct supervision including embedding of tissue blocks and performing microtomy. This position does not typically meet ASCP Board of Certification Route 2 eligibility requirements for Histology Technician Examination. 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. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Requirements
- Performing a volume and variety of Histopathology technical procedures as trained under direct supervision
- Embedding of tissue blocks
- Performing microtomy
Responsibilities
- Retrieval and verification of patient samples
- Tracking specimens
- Accessioning
- Specimen photography
- Processing tissue specimens using various protocols
- Maintaining laboratory equipment
- Performing Hematoxylin and Eosin staining
- Performing coverslipping techniques
- Performing case assembly and distribution
- Handling outside/consultation material
- Troubleshooting equipment, reagent, and case issues
- Reagent preparation
- Reviewing pending list/logs
- Filing and retrieving tissue blocks and slides
- Handling/disposal of hazardous chemicals
- Subject matter expert of Lab Information System
- Record retention
- Answering phones
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefit plans
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
