Mohs Histotechnician (Full Time)

Mohs Histotechnician

Schweiger is one of the leading dermatology practices in the country with over 580+ healthcare providers and over 170+ offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, Minnesota, and California. Schweiger provides medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology and allergy services with over 2.5 million patient visits annually. Our mission is to create the Ultimate Patient Experience and a great working environment for our providers, support staff and all team members. Schweiger has been included in the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America list for seven consecutive years. Schweiger has also received Great Place to Work certification.

Job Summary: To perform the duties of the Mohs Histotechnician per the Laboratory's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The Mohs Histotechnician will assist the Mohs surgeon/provider with all applicable specimens.

Schedule: Full time, 30+ hours.

Mohs Histotechnician:

• Specimen handling, storage, preservation, and identification
• Freezing tissue and cutting frozen sections with a microtome
• Staining and placing tissue on slides
• Labeling and storage of slides
• Preparation and mixing solutions used in MOHS lab
• Use and handling of all materials and reagents
• Disposal of stains and cleaning of glass containers and Petri dishes
• Maintenance and review of all equipment and materials in the lab
• Maintaining and updating OSHA and CLIA records
• Recording daily temperatures of cryostat
• Participating in relative studies by maintaining proper records
• Ensuring a safe environment in the lab according to OSHA standards (i.e. changing fume hood filters, safety glasses, gloves, etc.)
• Maintaining quality control logs for slide review
• Maintaining log for patient identification system
• Performs related work as required
• Ensures service excellence by becoming thoroughly familiar with the Seven Principles of behavior and putting them into practice in carrying out job responsibilities
• Conforms to all applicable HIPAA, billing compliance and safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Active and valid Histotechnician License may be required based on state guidelines.
• Bachelor's Degree
• Applicable State Department of Professions Registration Certificate
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Ability to operate personal computer
• Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically
• Ability to maintain records
• Ability/willingness to adhere to the established departmental service standards

Schweiger, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process with applicants, whether internal or external, because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class per local, state or federal law. Schweiger does not require vaccination for COVID-19 in order to be considered for employment; however, some state guidelines may require that we keep record of your vaccination status on file.