Histotechnician I - Histology

Mayo Clinic•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

The Histotechnician I contributes to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by accurately processing surgical pathology specimens. Duties may include processing, embedding, and microtomy of surgical tissues; cryotomy and frozen-section staining; routine H&E and special staining; high-complexity testing such as immunohistochemistry; gross examination and tissue processing of surgical biopsies; equipment maintenance and record retention; staff training; and use of the pathology Laboratory Information System. The role may also involve high-volume automated immunohistochemical (IHC) staining and travel between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses. The position requires excellent troubleshooting skills and knowledge of life-span growth and development, as well as the ability to assess data reflecting patients’ status and age-specific needs. The employee may handle chemicals and/or reagents, including hazardous chemical waste materials. Visa sponsorship or transfer is not available, and Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Applicants must submit a CV/resume, cover letter, and transcripts (unofficial copies accepted). Internal candidates must also provide past performance appraisals.

Requirements

Associate of Science degree from an accredited college or university in histology or biology, or with emphasis in anatomical, biological, and chemical science; or meet CLIA-88 regulations (42 CFR 493.1487 through 493.1491) for high-complexity testing and have one year of histology experience; or successfully complete a NAACLS-accredited Histology Program.
HT (ASCP) certification, or ability to obtain it within 18 months of hire.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the life span.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when dealing with procedural and technical issues.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a certified HT (ASCP).

Responsibilities

Accurately process surgical pathology specimens.
Process, embed, and perform microtomy of surgical tissues.
Perform cryotomy and frozen-section staining.
Perform routine H&E and special staining.
Perform high-complexity testing, including immunohistochemistry, and potentially high-volume automated IHC staining.
Perform gross examination and tissue processing of surgical biopsies.
Maintain equipment and retain records.
Train staff.
Use the pathology Laboratory Information System.
Travel between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses as needed.
Handle chemicals and/or reagents, including hazardous chemical waste materials, as needed.
Assess data reflecting patients’ status and age-specific needs.