Grossing Histotechnologist

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

5d•$30 - $35

About The Position

Performs processes to prepare tissues for histological and transmission electron microscopy and diagnostic evaluation. Duties include accessioning, appropriately labeling requisitions and specimen containers, printing cassettes, fixation, preparing packing lists for transportation to the histology laboratory, and subsequently discarding surgical specimens. Identifies and acquires paraffin tissue blocks needed for molecular testing and uses them to obtain adequate DNA/RNA. Ensures sample integrity for assays such as NGS, Fusions, and IGH arrangements, and communicates with physicians regarding testing. Performs quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing; participates in assay and instrument validations and quality initiatives. Processes and performs specialized techniques on muscle, nerve, and medical kidney specimens, including staining, IHC, and immunofluorescence. Conducts complete, accurate, and timely gross examination and dictation of anatomic pathology specimens, including cassette printing, bottle identification, and case number designation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience as a Histology Technician; or licensure as a Histology Technologist.
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Nice To Haves

Licensure as a Histology Technologist with 2+ years of hands-on research or clinical diagnostic experience in advanced molecular diagnostic and/or histological techniques.
Experience with FISH and IHC, particularly using Leica instrument platforms.
Ability to use problem-solving techniques in the laboratory.
Ability to communicate with other technologists and supervisors.
Ability to collect and analyze data.
Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for clinical testing.

Responsibilities

Prepare tissues for histological and transmission electron microscopy and diagnostic evaluation.
Accession specimens; label requisitions and specimen containers; print cassettes; perform fixation; prepare transportation packing lists; and discard surgical specimens.
Identify and acquire paraffin tissue blocks for molecular testing and obtain adequate DNA/RNA from them.
Ensure sample integrity for NGS, Fusions, and IGH arrangement assays.
Communicate with physicians regarding testing.
Perform quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing.
Participate in assay and instrument validations and quality initiatives.
Process muscle, nerve, and medical kidney specimens using specialized techniques.
Perform staining, IHC, and immunofluorescence on specimens.
Complete gross examinations and dictation of anatomic pathology specimens accurately and promptly.
Perform cassette printing, bottle identification, and case number designation.