Histology Technician - Gastroenterology

PACT and PACT MSO•Hamden, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PACT MSO has a busy Gastroenterology Group that is seeing a Full Time Histotechnologist to work in their Pathology Department, Tuesday through Saturday from 7:30 AM to 4 PM. The position is located in Hamden. Summary Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge and skill of histology
Works autonomously
Critical thinking skills including problem solving and trouble shooting skills
AA, AS, BS degree or equivalent training and experience
3 years or more of Histology experience as a Histotechnologist
Science Background (CLIA High Complexity Testing regulations) required

Nice To Haves

HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
May perform gross tissue examination (high complexity testing) if meets personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493. 1489 and the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP.
Ensure proper tissue processing.
Embed processed tissue in paraffin.
Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.
Prepare slides for routine staining.
Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
Ability to prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
May be required to obtain and validate control tissue used in special stains.
Maybe required to perform special stain procedures.
Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies, and documents all quality control activities