Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Histotech Assistant - Histology
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Benefits Highlights
Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Responsibilities
As a Histotech Assistant working in the Histology Laboratory, you will be responsible for diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by performing a volume and variety of Histopathology technical procedures as trained under direct supervision including embedding of tissue blocks and performing microtomy. Additional responsibilities include: Retrieval and verification of patient samples Tracking specimens Accessioning Specimen photography Processing tissue specimens using various protocols Maintaining laboratory equipment Performing Hematoxylin and Eosin staining Performing coverslipping techniques Performing case assembly and distribution Handling outside/consultation material Troubleshooting equipment, reagent, and case issues Reagent preparation Reviewing pending list/logs Filing and retrieving tissue blocks and slides Handling/disposal of hazardous chemicals Subject matter expert of Lab Information System Record retention Answering phones Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must have an associate's degree. In lieu of an associate degree, you may be considered if you have a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant/demonstrated experience. *This is a limited tenure position for a maximum of 3 years. You will be eligible to reduce to 0.5 full-time equivalency (FTE) if accepted into the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences (MCSHS) Histology Technician Program. You must work towards completion of MCSHS Histology Technician program prerequisites: https://college.mayo.edu/academics/health-sciences-education/histology-technician-program-arizona-florida-and-minnesota/. Additional Requirements Medical terminology preferred. Laboratory or leadership experience preferred. Demonstrated communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Application Requirements
*All must be included for your application to be considered : CV/Resume Cover letter Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees. Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
**DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor.
***Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor.
*International transcript
: MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation. MUST show US equivalent degree. Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
www.naces.org
OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE)
www.aice-eval.org
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
$22.83 - $32.71 per hour
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80/ Pay Period
Schedule Details
M-F, 2 pm-10:30 pm
Weekend Schedule
Occasional
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law." Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
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Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Responsibilities
As a Histotech Assistant working in the Histology Laboratory, you will be responsible for diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by performing a volume and variety of Histopathology technical procedures as trained under direct supervision including embedding of tissue blocks and performing microtomy. Additional responsibilities include: Retrieval and verification of patient samples Tracking specimens Accessioning Specimen photography Processing tissue specimens using various protocols Maintaining laboratory equipment Performing Hematoxylin and Eosin staining Performing coverslipping techniques Performing case assembly and distribution Handling outside/consultation material Troubleshooting equipment, reagent, and case issues Reagent preparation Reviewing pending list/logs Filing and retrieving tissue blocks and slides Handling/disposal of hazardous chemicals Subject matter expert of Lab Information System Record retention Answering phones Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must have an associate's degree. In lieu of an associate degree, you may be considered if you have a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant/demonstrated experience. *This is a limited tenure position for a maximum of 3 years. You will be eligible to reduce to 0.5 full-time equivalency (FTE) if accepted into the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences (MCSHS) Histology Technician Program. You must work towards completion of MCSHS Histology Technician program prerequisites: https://college.mayo.edu/academics/health-sciences-education/histology-technician-program-arizona-florida-and-minnesota/. Additional Requirements Medical terminology preferred. Laboratory or leadership experience preferred. Demonstrated communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Application Requirements
*All must be included for your application to be considered : CV/Resume Cover letter Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees. Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
**DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor.
***Non-DLMP internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor.
*International transcript
: MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation. MUST show US equivalent degree. Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
www.naces.org
OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE)
www.aice-eval.org
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
$22.83 - $32.71 per hour
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80/ Pay Period
Schedule Details
M-F, 2 pm-10:30 pm
Weekend Schedule
Occasional
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law." Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
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