Key Responsibilities** Histologic Processing & Staining (35%): + Process, embed, section, and stain tissue specimens for examination by the Mohs surgeon + Perform and optimize advanced histological staining techniques critical for Mohs surgery, including Silver stain, Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), Toluidine Blue, and immunohistochemical (IHC) staining methods Clinical Collaboration & Specimen Management (15%): + Collaborate with the Mohs surgeon and surgical teams to ensure timely processing and evaluation of specimens + Assess improperly handled specimens, determine appropriate disposition, take corrective action, and communicate issues and resolutions to the supervisor Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance (15%): + Implement, monitor, and perform quality control and quality assurance of specimens in accordance with CLIA and Washington State Department of Health requirements + Develop and refine histological methodologies, including preparation of specialized reagents, dyes, and solutions, while ensuring quality control of reagent performance Laboratory Operations & Equipment Maintenance (20%): + Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, including cryostats and stain processors, in partnership with UW Medicine Scientific Instruments + Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and monitor outcomes + Evaluate new laboratory products and instrumentation for potential implementation Training & Technical Support (10%): + Provide guidance, instruction, and orientation to pathologists, residents, and other laboratory staff on complex histologic procedures Other Duties as Assigned (5%): + Perform related duties as required **Required Qualifications** To be considered for this opportunity, your application must demonstrate that you meet both the minimum and additional qualifications listed below. + Certification as a Histotechnologist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or certification as a Histologic Technician by ASCP and three years of experience in a clinical or research laboratory + Experience and/or education that demonstrates comparable skills may substitute for certification requirements **Desired Qualifications** + Experience working in a Mohs laboratory within a dermatologic surgery clinic setting **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $31.23 hourly **Pay Range Maximum:** $44.69 hourly **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/ **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?**