Mohs Histotechnician

American College Of Mohs; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The American College Of Mohs is seeking a skilled Mohs Histotechnician in Fort Worth, TX. The candidate will handle frozen sections, embedding, cryostat/microtome work, and routine H&E staining to support high-volume Mohs surgeries.

Requirements include 2–5 years of frozen section histology experience, ASMH or formal histotech training preferred, and ability to process multiple cases in a single shift. In-person, standard benefits provided, with biannual bonus included in hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Formal Histotech/Mohs training (e.g., ASMH certification) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in frozen section histology.
• Proven ability to process up to 10 Mohs cases in a 4-hour period.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Mohs Laboratory Operations: Perform specialized histopathological procedures with precision and efficiency.
• Embed specimens with correct orientation and freeze appropriately for optimal sectioning.
• Operate cryostat and microtome to produce high-quality representative tissue sections.
• Accurately label and store specimen blocks and slides.
• Conduct routine H&E staining and evaluate staining quality.
• Hand cover-slip slides using appropriate mounting medium.
• Instrumentation & Maintenance: Maintain and service laboratory instruments per established protocols.
• Monitor instrument performance and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Document maintenance and quality control data.
• Reagent Preparation & Safety Compliance: Prepare and store reagents according to protocol.
• Adhere to OSHA, CLIA, and HIPAA regulations.
• Follow universal precautions and proper biohazard handling procedures.
• General Laboratory Duties: Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.
• Log and file slides and records accurately.
• Support a culture of quality, safety, and excellent patient care.

Skills

Frozen section histology

Histology quality control

Lab safety

HIPAA/CLIA/OSHA knowledge

Cryostat operation

Tissue embedding

Staining (H&E)

Education

Histotech training

ASMH certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cryostat

Microtome

Block/Slide labeling

Microscope

Job description

• Please no travel techs or travel companies-

• Please no travel techs or travel companies-

Overview

We are a high-volume surgical dermatology practice seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mohs Histotechnician with a 2-5 years of experience in frozen section histology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in processing up to 16-18 Mohs cases within a 10 hour period.

Key Responsibilities

• Mohs Laboratory Operations:
• Perform specialized histopathological procedures with precision and efficiency
• Embed specimens with correct orientation and freeze appropriately for optimal sectioning
• Operate cryostat and microtome to produce high-quality representative tissue sections
• Accurately label and store specimen blocks and slides
• Conduct routine H&E staining and evaluate staining quality
• Hand cover-slip slides using appropriate mounting medium
• Instrumentation & Maintenance:
• Maintain and service laboratory instruments per established protocols
• Monitor instrument performance and troubleshoot malfunctions
• Document maintenance and quality control data
• Reagent Preparation & Safety Compliance:
• Prepare and store reagents according to protocol
• Adhere to OSHA, CLIA, and HIPAA regulations
• Follow universal precautions and proper biohazard handling procedures
• General Laboratory Duties:
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization
• Log and file slides and records accurately
• Support a culture of quality, safety, and excellent patient care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Formal Histotech/Mohs training (e.g., ASMH certification) preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in frozen section histology
• Proven ability to process up to 10 Mohs cases in a 4-hour period
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA guidelines

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience

• Mohs Technician, cutting tissue: 2-5 years

Ability To Commute

• Fort Worth, TX 76132 (Required)

Ability To Relocate

• Fort Worth, TX 76132: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

The hourly pay includes biannual bonus