Mohs Histotechnician/Mohs Histotechnologist, Dermatology

St. Luke's University Health Network - Nurse; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare high-quality tissue slides for diagnosis. The role requires attention to detail and communication skills, along with relevant educational qualifications and experience in anatomic pathology. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and excellence.

Qualifications

• HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP) registered or eligible.
• At least three years of experience in anatomic pathology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides of human tissue for diagnosis.
• Perform procedures like microtomy and staining.
• Maintain logs of procedures and quality control.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Associates Degree

High School diploma

Job description

St. Luke's Histotechnologist Job Description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience, and compassion of its employees. Our staff are our most valuable asset, dedicated to our mission of excellence in caring for the sick and injured, educating healthcare providers, and improving access to care in our communities, regardless of patients' ability to pay.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides of human tissue to provide data on causes and/or progress of disease.
• Perform procedures such as microtomy, staining, coverslipping of H&E, special stains, and immunohistochemistry as described in procedure manuals.
• Embed tissue in paraffin, section, stain, and mount specimens.
• Prepare reagents, stains, and solutions.
• Maintain logs of procedures, temperatures, controls, and quality control documentation.
• Recognize malfunctions of procedures or instruments and perform maintenance.
• Participate in special projects and attend educational programs as required.
• Use laboratory computer systems for documentation and accessioning.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with safety policies.
• Demonstrate performance excellence and participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Use resources efficiently and responsibly.
• Assess and communicate effectively with patients of different ages.

Additional Functions

• Notify supervisor of low supplies.
• Assist pathologists with gross specimen descriptions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

Includes sitting, standing, walking, manual manipulation, occasional lifting, bending, reaching, and visual and auditory acuity necessary for the role.

Most Complex Duty

Preparing high-quality slides of human tissue for microscopic diagnosis.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree, High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Experience: HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP) registered or eligible, with at least three years of experience; previous experience in anatomic pathology preferred.

Please complete your application with your full legal name, current address, employment history for the past seven years, and upload a current resume. Creating a profile after submitting your application is highly recommended.

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.