Tech- Histo Lab

The individual will contribute to the diagnosis treatment and care of patients by preparing various specimens for processing and analysis while maintaining positive patient identification throughout the preparation process. Responsibilities include retrieval and verification of patient specimens; tracking of specimens without a requisition; accessioning wet tissue specimens outside/consultation material and cytology specimens; compiling work logs and printing slides; slide cover slipping; pathology case distribution; block and slide filing and retrieval; processor and other equipment maintenance; chemical hazardous waste removal; distillation of laboratory chemicals; record retention; cleaning and upkeep of work areas; disposal of stored patient tissues; ordering stain requests; answering phones; and knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information Systems. May perform gross examination of surgical biopsies and embedding tissue blocks; as well as assist in any other areas as directed. Performs duties and communicates in an accurate professional and ethical manner. Must demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness as well as an ability to utilize proper techniques to deal effectively with people in stressful situations. May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials.

Associate of Science degree from an accredited college/university in histology biology or a program having emphasized anatomical biological and chemical sciences; or high school diploma or GED equivalent and four years of related experience.

Additional Requirements:

Excellent communication organizational and problem solving skills. Demonstrated good judgment when dealing with a variety of procedural and technical Arizona drivers license and regular access to a personal vehicle required.

ALL MUST be included for your application to be considered:
CV/Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted)
Internal candidates must provide their past performance appraisals

For international/foreign trained applicants it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide Mayo Clinic the following transcript information in your application:
MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation
The applicant is responsible for the cost associated with obtaining the 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) OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE)

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**