Histotechnician I - Pathology - ARZ

Mayo Career Site UK; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale is seeking a dedicated surgical pathology technician responsible for processing, embedding and microtomy of all surgical tissues, performing cryotomy, frozen sections, and routine H&E and special stains.

The role includes high complexity testing like immunohistochemistry, gross examination, equipment maintenance, staff training, and ensuring accurate data entry in the pathology LIS. Some travel between Scottsdale and Phoenix campuses may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience processing surgical pathology specimens.
• Proficiency in embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, and staining.
• Familiarity with automation and high-complexity testing in a pathology lab.
• Knowledge of immunohistochemistry techniques and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Process, embed, and microtome surgical tissues.
• Perform cryotomy and frozen section staining.
• Carry out routine H&E and special staining.
• Conduct high-complexity testing such as IHC.
• Perform gross examination and tissue processing of biopsies.
• Maintain lab equipment and records.
• Train staff on procedures and safety.
• Utilize the pathology LIS for data entry and tracking.

Skills

Surgical tissue processing

Cryotomy & frozen sections

H&E & special stains

Immunohistochemistry

Gross examination

Equipment maintenance

Staff training

Pathology LIS knowledge

Tools

Pathology LIS

Job description

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

• 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 position 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