Histologist - Delray Beach Pathology Lab, FL

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery•Boca Raton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Now Hiring! Certified Histologist prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examination and diagnostic interpretation by the dermatopathologist, with tasks to include special stains and/or immunohistochemistry (IHC). The associate in this position must determine the appropriate protocols, procedures, and quality control measures to follow and must consistently adhere to those guidelines. Additional duties may be assigned to persons employed in the Histologist position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
A minimum of one year experience in the following: Embedding Cutting Staining Special Stains and/or immunohistochemistry (IHC) Troubleshooting
Current ASCP certification (HT) or registry eligible
Ability to read and interpret work-related documents such as reports, communications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to communicate and deal effectively and professionally with others at all times
Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Responsibilities

Perform processing, embedding, cutting, staining, and coverslipping
Accession specimens
Perform special stains and/or immunohistochemistry (IHC), following protocols
Perform cutting of control slides
Match slides with requisitions, double checking for accuracy
Perform tasks relating to troubleshooting and quality control as required
May perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by management