Histotechnician I - IHC

Mayo Clinic • Scottsdale, AZ

2h • $31 - $46

About The Position

The Histotechnician I contributes to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by accurately processing surgical pathology specimens. The role 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; record retention; staff training; and use of the pathology Laboratory Information System. The position may also involve high-volume automated immunohistochemical staining and travel between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses.

The individual must demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of life-span growth and development principles. The role also requires assessing data reflecting patients’ status and age-specific needs. It may involve handling chemicals and 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; internal candidates must also submit past performance appraisals.

Mayo Clinic describes its workplace as patient-focused and offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, continuing education, and advancement opportunities. Benefits highlights include multiple medical plan options, dental coverage or a reimbursement account, vision coverage, HSA and FSA options for eligible expenses, and a competitive retirement package.

Requirements

• Associate of Science degree from an accredited college or university in histology, biology, or a field emphasizing anatomical, biological, and chemical science; alternatively, meet CLIA-88 requirements for high-complexity testing and have one year of histology experience; or successfully complete a NAACLS-accredited Histology Program.
• HT (ASCP) certification, or the ability to obtain it within 18 months of hire.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated good judgment when handling procedural and technical issues.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of life-span growth and development principles.
• Ability to assess data reflective of patients’ status and age-specific needs.

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.
• Assess data reflecting patients’ status and age-specific needs.
• Handle chemicals and reagents, including hazardous chemical waste materials, as applicable.
• Travel between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses, as applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Affordable vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSA options for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans.

What This Job Offers

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