Mohs Histotechnician

Florida Medical Clinic•Zephyrhills, FL

About The Position

The Mohs Histotechnician prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by treating, slicing, and mounting specimens on glass slides under the supervision of a physician. This PRN position is in the Mohs department and travels between the Land O' Lakes and Zephyrhills locations. The role combines histology laboratory work with medical-assistant duties. It includes preparing and processing tissue, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, performing quality control, supporting patient examinations and treatments, documenting clinical information, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The employee must follow Orlando Health policies, FMC privacy and security standards, and OSHA plans.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong customer service orientation.
Excellent telephone etiquette.
Strong computer proficiency.
Strong team-player skills.
ASCP certification as a histologic technician, or eligibility for certification; alternatively, one of the following: high school graduation or equivalent plus two years of full-time Mohs clinic experience within the last five years, or an associate's degree plus one year of full-time histopathology experience within the last three years under the supervision of a pathologist.
Minimum of two years of full-time experience in a Mohs clinic within the last five years.

Responsibilities

Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by treating, slicing, and mounting them on slides.
Perform histology duties, including setting up water baths, embedding tissue with appropriate molds and orientation, operating a microtome, sectioning tissue according to laboratory protocol, grossing tissue and dictating templates, performing special stains, and loading the coverslipper as needed.
Document procedures and changes to support communication.
Maintain laboratory equipment and operate laboratory instruments efficiently.
Recognize instrument problems, make corrections, and document machine error messages.
Check reagents on the H&E stainer before staining and dispose of reagents and biohazard waste properly.
Perform quality-control duties, including completing daily equipment QC logs, evaluating control slides microscopically, using appropriate tissue controls, checking reagent expiration dates, and maintaining an accurate supply inventory.
Take and record vital signs and other intake information; update the electronic health record with allergies, medications, history, and other information.
Prepare examination rooms and patients for exams and treatment.
Obtain informed consents and ABNs as necessary.
Assist the provider with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
Perform or prepare diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered by the provider.
Administer injections and immunizations and document them in the electronic health record.
Prepare specimens and requisitions for the laboratory courier.
Enter charges for services rendered by the medical assistant.
Clean and sterilize instruments and medical equipment.
Distribute and review patient education and teach patients as appropriate.
Complete end-of-day processes and collect red bags as necessary.
Monitor and replace sharps containers when needed and empty HIPAA containers into the destruction bin.
Stock and sanitize examination rooms.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures, FMC privacy and security standards, and FMC OSHA plans.
Treat internal and external customers and coworkers with courtesy and respect.
Perform other duties as assigned.