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Mohs Histotechnician
Mohs HistotechnicianEVOLVE DERMATOLOGY PLLC • Plano, TX, US
Mohs Histotechnician

Mohs Histotechnician

EVOLVE DERMATOLOGY PLLC • Plano, TX, US
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Department : Mohs Micrographic Surgery Laboratory

Position Summary

The Mohs Histotechnologist is responsible for the preparation, processing, and staining of frozen skin tissue specimens during Mohs micrographic surgery. This role ensures high-quality histological slides for same-day diagnosis, supports the Mohs surgeon in real-time during surgery, and upholds strict safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Tissue Processing & Slide Preparation

  • Receive, label, and accession skin tissue specimens from Mohs surgery cases.
  • Properly orient, embed, and freeze tissue specimens to maintain accurate margins.
  • Cut high-quality frozen sections using a cryostat for same-day microscopic evaluation.
  • Perform hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining and other stains as needed.
  • Cover slip slides and deliver them to the Mohs surgeon in a timely manner.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Maintain precision in tissue mapping, labeling, and documentation to ensure accurate margin analysis.
  • Inspect slides for quality and troubleshoot sectioning or staining issues.
  • Adhere to CLIA, CAP, and OSHA standards for laboratory safety and operation.
  • Maintain and calibrate cryostat and staining equipment; perform routine maintenance.
  • Collaboration & Workflow

  • Communicate closely with the Mohs surgeon and clinical staff to ensure efficient case turnover.
  • Assist in maintaining proper surgical case flow to minimize patient wait times.
  • Maintain adequate inventory of lab supplies and stains.
  • Support team training and continuing education.
  • Qualifications

    Education & Experience

  • Experience : Prior Mohs or frozen section histology experience highly preferred.
  • Skills & Competencies

  • Expertise in frozen section microtomy and tissue orientation for margin control.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to microscopic detail.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a high-paced surgical setting.
  • Proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS) and basic computer skills.
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