Mohs Histotechnologist — On-the-Job Training

Medical University of South Carolina; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mohs Histotechnologist role at University Medical Associates (UMA) supports MUSC Health's Mohs Micrographic Surgery Program. The position processes Mohs tissue specimens using frozen section techniques with a cryostat, ensuring specimen orientation and margin accuracy while maintaining documentation for QA/QC.

The ideal candidate has a biology/life sciences background and strong troubleshooting skills, with on‑the‑job training provided.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional.
• ASCP HT/HTL Route 2 eligibility is acceptable for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Process all specimens in histology lab under minimal supervision.
• Select methodologies for tissue processing and solve routine problems.
• Prepare and process surgical pathology specimens for pathologist review.
• Collaborate with physicians in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Troubleshooting

Laboratory skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Cryostat

Histology equipment

Immunohistochemistry machinery

Job description

The Mohs Histotechnologist role at University Medical Associates (UMA) supports MUSC Health's Mohs Micrographic Surgery Program. The position processes Mohs tissue specimens using frozen section techniques with a cryostat, ensuring specimen orientation and margin accuracy while maintaining documentation for QA/QC.

The ideal candidate has a biology/life sciences background and strong troubleshooting skills, with on‑the‑job training provided.