Mohs Histotechnologist, Part time

City of Hope • Zion, IL

10d

About The Position

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. The successful candidate: Hours: PRN convenience role, requiring candidates to be available to work as needed, with special emphasis on Tuesdays. Under the general supervision of the Dermatologist/Mohs Surgeon, the Mohs Procedural Histotechnologist (MHTL) is responsible for handling and processing pathology specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures. This role requires specialized expertise in the time‑sensitive processes unique to Mohs surgery—far exceeding the scope of a generalist histotechnologist. The MHTL will proficiently and accurately process, cut, stain, and mount specimens for intra-procedural examination, enabling the surgeon to determine surgical completeness in real time. The MHTL also supports the implementation and management of Mohs‑specific quality standards in alignment with CLIA and CAP requirements. Operating in procedural environments unique to Mohs, this role requires a high degree of independence, strong decision‑making, and effective collaboration with general pathology and laboratory teams. The MHTL actively participates in process improvement initiatives and performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Physical Sciences, or equivalent
• 6–12 months of Mohs histology experience
• General histology experience

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology
• HTL (ASCP) or equivalent
• QIHC (ASCP)
• 2–5 years of experience as a Histotechnologist

Responsibilities

• handling and processing pathology specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures
• proficiently and accurately process, cut, stain, and mount specimens for intra-procedural examination
• supports the implementation and management of Mohs‑specific quality standards in alignment with CLIA and CAP requirements
• actively participates in process improvement initiatives
• performs additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
• To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees