Histotechnologist, Per Diem - Dermatology

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Woodlawn (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network in Pennsylvania seeks a Mohs Technologist to accurately process, embed, section, and stain fresh skin tissue for Mohs micrographic surgery using a cryostat.

The role requires efficiency under strict time constraints to support real-time surgical decision-making. The ideal candidate demonstrates expert histologic techniques, maintains equipment, and adheres to CLIA, OSHA, and HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• AS or BS in histology or a related field.
• HT/HTL ASCP Certification preferred.
• Previous experience in anatomic pathology preferred.
• Adherence to CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Tissue processing: embed, section, and stain frozen tissue promptly for Mohs surgery.
• Slide preparation: cover slips for immediate review by Mohs surgeon.
• Laboratory maintenance: calibrate and troubleshoot cryostats and staining instruments.
• Documentation: maintain precise specimen records and patient information.
• Safety and compliance: follow regulatory standards and safety protocols.
• Operational support: manage lab setup and inventory to support daily operations.

Skills

Histologic techniques

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

AS or BS in Histology or related field

HT/HTL ASCP Certification preferred

Tools

Cryostat operation

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Mohs Technologist is responsible for the accurate processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining of fresh skin tissue using a cryostat to produce high‑quality microscope slides for Mohs micrographic surgery. This role requires the ability to work efficiently under strict time constraints to support real‑time surgical decision‑making. The ideal candidate demonstrates expert knowledge of histologic techniques, maintains laboratory equipment, and exhibits exceptional attention to detail and manual dexterity. Strict adherence to CLIA, OSHA, and all applicable laboratory safety standards is required.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tissue Processing: Accurately embed, section, and stain frozen tissue specimens in a timely manner to support Mohs micrographic surgery.
• Slide Preparation: Prepare and coverslip histologic slides for immediate review by the Mohs surgeon.
• Laboratory Maintenance: Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, with particular emphasis on cryostats and staining instruments.
• Documentation: Maintain precise specimen records, map tissue samples, and accurately document patient and case information.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere strictly to CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, and all applicable regulatory and safety standards.
• Operational Support: Set up the laboratory environment, monitor inventory, and ensure adequate supplies are maintained to support daily operations.

EDUCATION: AS or BS; HT or HTL ASCP Certification preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in anatomic pathology preferred.

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Founded in 1872, St. Luke's University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network's service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke's hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke's Children's Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare's five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World's Best Hospital. The Network's flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY. In 2021, St. Luke's was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally. St. Luke's is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row. Also, for the third straight year, St. Luke's has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award. In 2025, St. Luke's was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024. Lastly, in 2025, St. Luke's was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row.