Histology Technician II, ANPA Surgical Pathology, 40hr, Day
About The Position
Under the general direction of the laboratory manager or clinic manager, the Histology Technician II performs a wide array of laboratory tests and procedures of moderate complexity in a clinical laboratory or dermatology clinic. The position prepares human tissue specimens from surgical and diagnostic sources for microscopic examination, using established protocols and specialized techniques. It also supports safe and effective laboratory operations through supply management, equipment maintenance, calibration, and quality control. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Wednesday through Saturday, working 10-hour day shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On-call coverage is required, and the schedule includes every eighth weekend. The role is non-exempt and represented by SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees). A signing bonus may be available; eligibility is confirmed during the interview process.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program.
- Eligible for ASCP certification.
- At least 1 year of experience in an anatomic pathology laboratory.
- Ability to prepare histopathologic slides using frozen-section techniques, including orientation, mapping, thin sectioning, and staining of skin or tissue specimens.
- Ability to perform laboratory procedures accurately and precisely and to report and maintain a database of test results.
- Ability to prepare histopathologic slides using microtomy, including processing, embedding, sectioning, and routine staining of paraffin blocks.
- Ability to perform special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a related field.
- ASCP certification as a Histotechnician (HT), or HT certification with 60 college credits in biology and chemistry.
Responsibilities
- Follow established protocols to perform procedures and tests, including the most complex work in the assigned area; seek assistance from supervisory or lead staff for complex or unusual tests and procedures.
- Determine laboratory requirements and maintain appropriate par levels of dyes, stains, solutions, equipment, and other supplies.
- Organize and maintain laboratory and chemical supplies in accordance with chemical hygiene, blood pathogen, and institutional safety requirements.
- Perform routine procedures and required quality control.
- Accession human tissue specimens professionally, log them accurately and promptly, and prepare and present specimens for microscopic examination by a surgeon or pathologist.
- Prepare human tissue from surgical and diagnostic sources, perform specialized fixation, and examine specimens microscopically to determine whether sections are properly prepared and stained.
- Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment used in surgical procedures to obtain skin specimens.
- Read and interpret histographic displays (maps) and label specimens correctly.
- Perform routine maintenance on instrumentation and attend required continuing education sessions.
- For dermatology work, prepare histopathologic slides using frozen-section techniques; orient, map, thin-section, and stain skin or tissue removed during surgery; take photos and prepare operative reports.
- Perform laboratory procedures accurately and precisely, and report and maintain a database of test results.
- For anatomic pathology work, prepare histopathologic slides for microscopic examination using microtomy; process, embed, section, and routinely stain paraffin blocks; and perform special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures.
Benefits
- A signing bonus may be available, subject to eligibility confirmation during the interview process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
