Job Description Summary
The Mohs Histotechnologist is responsible for processing Mohs tissue specimens by frozen section histological techniques using a cryostat. This role requires the Mohs Histotechnologist to work directly in conjunction with surgeons and physicians in training to ensure testing accuracy. The histotechnologist is responsible for maintaining specimen orientation, maintaining surgical margin accuracy via grossing & microscopy techniques, and automated routine or manual immunohistochemistry staining. Additional duties include maintaining documentation for regulatory compliance, adherence to Quality Control/Quality Assurance policies, and technical & laboratory equipment troubleshooting and minor repairs.Entity
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and FinancialsWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC001994 UMA AMB MULT East Cooper Clinic-Administrat CCPay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-27Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Responsible for processing all specimens received in the histology laboratory under minimal supervision. This position requires independent judgment in selection of methodologies utilized in processing tissue specimens and in solving routine problems. Histotechnologists contribute to the overall efficiency of the laboratory or pathology practice in a cost effective manner by performing a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of preparing and histological processing of all surgical pathology specimens in preparation for pathologist review and diagnosis.
Additional Job Description
Required Minimum Training and Education:
Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent.
Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: HTL(ASCP) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent.
Physical Requirements: Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. Exposure to hazardous chemicals, cutting equipment and body fluids/tissues.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- HTL(ASCP) certification by ASCP Board of Certification or equivalent
- Work experience: 5 years (support) or 0-2 years (professional)
- Proficiency with frozen section histological techniques using a cryostat
- Experience with automated and/or manual immunohistochemistry staining and microscopy
- Ability to maintain specimen orientation and surgical margin accuracy via grossing and microscopy techniques
- Familiarity with Quality Control/Quality Assurance documentation and regulatory compliance
- Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on technical and laboratory equipment
- Physical capabilities: stand/walk/sit, bend/kleel, lift/carry up to ~50 lbs, fine finger dexterity, 20/40 corrected vision; work with hazardous chemicals and biological tissues
What We Do
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is a public academic health system founded in 1824 and based in Charleston, South Carolina. MUSC combines patient care (MUSC Health), medical education, and biomedical research to advance health statewide and beyond. The institution trains health professionals, conducts translational research, and delivers comprehensive clinical services across South Carolina.
