Job Description

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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

Responsible for contributing to diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by preparing a high volume of tissue specimens while maintaining sample integrity and patient identification. 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; knowledge of Lab Information System; record retention; and answering phones. Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Performs a variety of Histopathology technical procedures as trained under direct supervision including embedding of tissue blocks and performing microtomy.

Visit the  Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Olyvia discussing her role as a Histotech Assistant at Mayo Clinic.   

*Individuals hired to this position are asked to complete 2 years in the role before being eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic*

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and 2 years relevant/demonstrated experience or associate degree from an accredited college/university. 

This is a limited tenure position for a maximum of 3 years. Candidate is eligible to reduce to 0.5 FTE if accepted into the MCSHS Histology Technician Program. Candidate must work towards completion of MCSHS Histology Technician program prerequisites:  .

This position does not typically meet ASCP Board of Certification Route 2 eligibility requirements for Histology Technician Examination. 

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) OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE)  N/A

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$22.27 - $31.91 per hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, shifts vary

Weekend Schedule

Occasional weekends required.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, 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. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Laura Heyde

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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