Histotechnician I - Histology

Mayo Clinic; Scottsdale (AZ); In loco; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Histotechnician I to support surgical pathology by processing tissues, embedding and microtomy, and performing cryotomy and IHC staining. Routine stains, gross examination, and meticulous record keeping are essential.

The role may involve travel between Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses and handling chemicals in a compliant laboratory environment consistent with Mayo Clinic standards.

Competenze

• Experience with histology techniques and lab workflows.
• Knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Ability to perform technical tasks with high accuracy.

Mansioni

• Process, embed and microtomy of surgical tissues.
• Cryotomy and frozen section staining.
• Routine H&E and special staining; high complexity testing such as immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Gross examination/tissue processing; equipment maintenance and record retention.
• May travel between Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses.
• Handle chemicals and hazardous waste materials.

Conoscenze

Troubleshooting skills

LIS knowledge

Attention to detail

Descrizione del lavoro

Histotechnician I will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients by accurately processing surgical pathology specimens.

Responsibilities may include processing, embedding and microtomy of all surgical tissues; cryotomy and frozen section staining; routine H&E and special staining; high complexity testing such as immunohistochemistry; gross examination/tissue processing of surgical biopsies; equipment maintenance and record retention; training staff; knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information System and other duties as assigned.

The position may involve travel between the Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses.

Furthermore, may perform high volume automated immunohistochemical (IHC) staining.

The individual must demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills as well as knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patients' status and age-specific needs is also required. May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials.

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program