MOHS Histotechnologist - Dermatology Surgery

It takes a lot of very smart, hard-working and talented people to provide the level of care that we give to our patients. Tufts Medical Center is an internationally respected academic medical center and we pride ourselves not only on the sophistication of the care we deliver, but the compassionate way in which we provide it. And that starts with our employees.

The MOHS Histotechnologist, Dermatology, is responsible for all technical and functional aspects of the Dermatology Department Cryostat Laboratory. Works independently to perform routine and specialized histohraphic and mircotechnical procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Orients, processes and prepares sections of skin intraoperatively during MOHS micrographic surgery procedures.
• Instructs residents, fellows, students and technicians in any or all techniques needed.
• Oversees technicians and performs quality assurance when they are doing histology-related work. Independently creates, organizes and maintains text, photo and slide files.
• Independently does library research to modify or develop techniques as needed, or to assist in research or teaching projects.

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Medical Technology required.
• 1-3 years tissue-cutting experience.
• Previous experience in using the Microtome, and/or classroom preparation in Micro-Techniques.
• Ability to function independently and to interact well with surgeons, O.R. staff and other departments. Ability to teach and oversee the work of technicians.
• Analytical ability to understand and solve technical problems as they arise, to develop new techniques as necessary, and to organize information effectively in manual and computerized files.
• Excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES STATEMENT: 

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. New England Medical Center reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity. 

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