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Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Histology Technician or Histotechnologist - Mayo Clinic HT/HTL Students Only
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What they do
A Histotechnologist or Histotechnician works in a medical laboratory and prepares samples of human or animal tissue for examination under a microscope.
$55,684 / year median in Minnesota
+11% projected growth
Job Description
This position is only available to those currently in the HT/HTL program through the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences (MCSHS). Mayo Clinic is seeking Histology Technicians and Histotechnologists (HT/HTL) to join a dynamic and collaborative team within Anatomic Pathology. Opportunities are available across multiple specialized laboratory areas, including: Histology Frozen Section/Surgical Pathology Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Renal Pathology Each lab is offering unique workflows, techniques, and clinical impact. The Anatomic Pathology Laboratories at Mayo Clinic process a high volume of complex specimens, including hundreds of thousands of paraffin-embedded blocks and over one million slides annually. Specimens include surgical, autopsy, and research material. Our laboratories take pride in contributing to accurate patient diagnoses and advancing scientific knowledge through collaboration with pathologists, clinicians, and research investigators. Visit the Clinical Labs career site to watch a brief video of Dane discussing a life-changing career in Histology at Mayo Clinic. As an HT/HTL, you will play a critical role in preparing high-quality slides for pathologist review. Responsibilities may include embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, special staining, immunohistochemical techniques, and handling of fresh and complex specimens. The work requires attention to detail, adaptability, and a commitment to quality and patient care. In addition, you will: Support training and onboarding of students and new employees Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and accurate results Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment Adapt to the unique demands and workflows of different subspecialty laboratories Mayo Clinic offers extensive opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within Anatomic Pathology. Whether you are interested in developing technical expertise across multiple lab areas or specializing in a particular discipline, this role provides a strong foundation for long-term career development. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in patient care, innovation, and laboratory medicine. Histology Technician / Histotechnologist (HT/HTL) As a Histology Technician or Histotechnologist, you will perform a variety of technical procedures to prepare high-quality microscopic slide preparations used by pathologists for diagnostic and prognostic evaluation.
These procedures may include:
Specimen accessioning and identification Specimen processing and embedding Microtomy techniques, including: Paraffin Frozen (cryotomy) Plastic sections Routine Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining Special stains Immunofluorescence Immunohistochemical (IHC) staining In situ hybridization- Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
- These positions are ineligible for visa sponsorship.
DOES NOT
participate in theF-1 STEM OPT
extension program- This position is only available to those currently in the HT/HTL program through the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences (MCSHS) Histology Technician (HT) : Associate degree required.
- Employees obtaining certification(s) after January 1, 2004, will be required to demonstrate evidence of ongoing maintenance of certification. 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