Histotechnologist - Mohs Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Histotechnologist to join our team at Olmsted Medical Center. As a Histotechnologist - Mohs, you will be responsible for preparing slides with tissue embedding, cutting, and staining as directed by the pathologist.

• Prepare slides with tissue embedding, cutting, and staining as directed by the pathologist.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulations, and actively participate in the accreditation process.
• Perform required quality control, actively evaluate data, and develop corrective actions with follow-up, as needed.
• Perform required preventative maintenance on equipment and troubleshoot problems with appropriate follow-up.
• Assist with the evaluation and development of new or improved test systems, as assigned.
• Ensure management of adequate materials inventory with required documentation.
• Demonstrate good working knowledge and proficient use of Laboratory Information System.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment including grossing station and work surfaces.
• Serve as a resource for clinicians regarding specimen referral and consultation, turnaround times, and specimen collection and handling.
• Comply with organization/department policies, procedures, and requirements for mandatory education.
• Assist with new employee orientation and competency assessment with performance evaluation documentation.

• Associate's degree required with HT(ASCP) certification or eligible or equivalent education.
• Minimum two years of experience is preferred.
• Mohs experience is preferred.
• BLS certification.

• Demonstrates proficiency in general Histology practice.
• Exercises appropriate critical-thinking skills and knowledge in clinical decision making.
• Applies principles and concepts of quality assurance/performance improvement to the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical components of the Histology laboratory.
• Applies safety and government regulations and standards to laboratory practice.
• Maintains knowledge base of contemporary Histology practice.
• Practices ethics of the profession.

Olmsted Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.