Team Lead Histology Lab

The Team Lead contributes to the diagnosis treatment and care of patients by accurately processing surgical pathology specimens. Responsibilities include processing embedding and microtomy of all surgical tissues; and frozen section staining; routine H&E and special staining such as electrommicrotomy immunoflourscence and immunohistochemistry; tissue processing; equipment maintenance and record retention; and knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information System. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the histology department in the absence of the histology supervisor. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of data generated and work performed; assists in Quality Management and problem solving; participates in testing and implementation of new equipment; develops protocols and QC slides; helps train new personnel; monitors supplies as needed; helps coordinate staff shift coverage and workload distribution; and assists in other activities as directed. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the department. May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials.

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Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university in histology biology or having emphasized anatomical biological and chemical sciences and minimum 2 years laboratory experience; or Associate of Science degree from an accredited college/university in histology biology or having emphasized anatomical biological and chemical science required and a minimum 4 years laboratory experience.

• Excellent communication
• organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated good judgment in dealing with a variety of procedural and technical issues

• Experience in test development and immunohistochemistry preferred. HT or HTL (ASCP)

Licensure

A Florida State Clinical Laboratory Technologist Supervisor License is preferred

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)