Team Lead- Histology Lab

Mayo Clinic • Jacksonville, FL

2d • $32 - $49

About The Position

The Team Lead contributes to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by accurately processing surgical pathology specimens. The work includes processing, embedding, and microtomy of surgical tissues; frozen-section staining; routine H&E and special staining, including electromicrotomy, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry; tissue processing; equipment maintenance; record retention; and use of a pathology Laboratory Information System.

In the absence of the histology supervisor, the Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the histology department. The role maintains complete and accurate documentation, assists with Quality Management and problem solving, participates in testing and implementation of new equipment, develops protocols and QC slides, helps train new personnel, monitors supplies, helps coordinate staff shift coverage and workload distribution, and performs other activities as directed. The position requires knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the department. It may involve handling chemicals and/or reagents, including hazardous chemical waste materials.

The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer, and Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Applications must include a CV/resume and cover letter. International or foreign-trained applicants must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation showing a U.S.-equivalent degree, completed by an organization listed with NACES or AICE; applicants are responsible for the cost of the evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in histology, biology, or a field emphasizing anatomical, biological, and chemical sciences, and at least 2 years of laboratory experience; or an Associate of Science degree from an accredited college or university in histology, biology, or a field emphasizing anatomical, biological, and chemical sciences, and at least 4 years of laboratory experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated good judgment in dealing with a variety of procedural and technical issues.
• HT or HTL (ASCP) certification is listed under License or Certification.
• Application must include a CV/resume and cover letter.
• International or foreign-trained applicants must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation showing a U.S.-equivalent degree, completed by an organization listed as a NACES or AICE member; applicants are responsible for the evaluation cost.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer; Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in test development and immunohistochemistry.
• HT or HTL (ASCP) certification.
• Florida State Clinical Laboratory Technologist Supervisor License.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process surgical pathology specimens, including processing, embedding, and microtomy of surgical tissues.
• Perform frozen-section staining, routine H&E staining, and special staining, including electromicrotomy, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry.
• Perform tissue processing and equipment maintenance, retain records, and use the pathology Laboratory Information System.
• Manage the histology department's day-to-day operations in the absence of the histology supervisor.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of data generated and work performed.
• Assist with Quality Management and problem solving.
• Participate in testing and implementation of new equipment.
• Develop protocols and QC slides.
• Help train new personnel.
• Monitor supplies as needed.
• Help coordinate staff shift coverage and workload distribution.
• Assist in other activities as directed.
• Handle chemicals and/or reagents, potentially including hazardous chemical waste materials.

Benefits

• Medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSA pre-tax savings 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: Mid Level