About this role
- Summary The Mohs Histology Technologist III assists Dermatology Mohs Surgeons and Histology Lab Supervisor with performing histological preparation and procedures of skin tissue to aid cell pathology.
- This position will receive, accession, embed, and freeze surgical skin specimens with proper orientation.
- Operate a cryostat to cut thin tissue sections, perform special staining and slides.
- Maintain quality control, troubleshoot laboratory equipment and follow OSHA, CLIA and HIPPA guidelines.
- Work directly with Mohs surgeon under tight time constraints to ensure accurate tissue mapping.
- The ideal candidate will have the ability to work in a fast paced Mohs Histology Lab in close proximity to another histology technician.
- Fast and precise cutting and preparation of the skin tissue for the Mohs surgeon.
- Can be relied upon to meet deadlines, takes initiative, and produces quality outcomes.
- Have strong eye for detail, steady hands, and the ability to work fast under pressure.
- Job Duties Performs complex histological procedures of skin tissue.
- Prepares frozen pathological sections for review by Mohs surgeons.
- Mounting and staining thin tissue slices onto glass slides and applying special dyes or stains.
- Performs immunohistochemistry.
- Maintains laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Ensures cleanliness, preventative maintenance, and appropriate daily care of laboratory equipment.
- Performs other histological preparations.
- Ensures safety and compliance of laboratory for inspections by CLIA.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate in Science degree in Histologic Technology.
- Four years of directly related experience in a Mohs histology laboratory using Cryostats and embedding and marking tissue samples (preferably skin) or one year of frozen sectioning experience.
- Certified Histology Technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC).
- Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.