Histotechnician I - Pathology - ARZ

Mayo Clinic•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•$31 - $46•Hybrid

About The Position

The individual will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients by accurately processing surgical pathology specimens. The position may involve travel between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses. Furthermore, may perform high volume automated immunohistochemical (IHC) staining. The individual must demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills as well as knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patients' status and age-specific needs is also required. May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials. This position is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

Associate of Science degree from an accredited college/university in histology, biology or having emphasized anatomical, biological, and chemical science; or meet CLIA-88 regulations (42CFR493.1487 through 1491) for high complexity testing and one (1) year histology experience; or successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histology Program.
HT (ASCP) certification is required; or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire is required.
CV/Resume
Cover Letter
Internal candidates must provide their past performance appraisals
MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation for international/foreign trained applicants
US equivalent degree for international/foreign trained applicants
Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org

Nice To Haves

Two years as certified HT (ASCP) preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated good judgment when dealing with a variety of procedural and technical issues.

Responsibilities

Processing, embedding and microtomy of all surgical tissues
Cryotomy and frozen section staining
Routine H&E and special staining
High complexity testing such as immunohistochemistry
Gross examination/tissue processing of surgical biopsies
Equipment maintenance and record retention
Training staff
Knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information System and other duties as assigned
Perform high volume automated immunohistochemical (IHC) staining
Handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials