Histology Technician

Southern Ohio Medical Center•Portsmouth, OH

About The Position

The Histology Technician works under the supervision of the Pathology Manager and primarily processes specimens for pathologic study. The technician also performs other duties as assigned. This is a part-time position scheduled for 16 hours per week in the Pathology department.

Requirements

High school diploma or successful completion of an equivalent high school examination.
Enrollment in or completion of an Applied Science-related associate degree program.
Histology certification within four years of hire or MLT licensure through ASCP.
One or two years of experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One or two years of experience.

Responsibilities

Collect and accession Pathology specimens in the laboratory computer system.
Assist the Pathologist with surgical specimens, including frozen sections and gross surgical specimens.
Load tissue samples into the tissue processor at the end of each day and select the appropriate program.
Embed tissue specimens and orient samples as indicated by the Pathologist.
Coverslip slides for microscopic examination, ensuring they are properly labeled and virtually free of air bubbles and excess glue.
Perform daily and weekly reagent changes on the tissue processor and slide stainer.
Perform special stains and immunohistochemistry as assigned.
Keep the work area neat and clean, perform daily workstation cleanup, check stock, and order supplies.
Cut tissue and prepare slides for staining.
Perform daily temperature checks and follow up when readings are out of range.
Transport chemicals to the flammable room as needed.
Perform required clerical and computer tasks and procedures.

Benefits

Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis.
Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility.
Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension).
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Earned Wage Access.
Paid Time Off bank with three annual sick days.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Tuition and certification assistance.
Discounted or free gym membership through Club LC.
Employee discount and payroll deduction programs.
Other benefit offerings. Benefits are available only to full-time and/or part-time employees, with eligibility determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked.