Histology Technician

UT Health San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis. This role involves grossing, processing, embedding, cutting, and staining surgical, biopsy, and anatomical tissues for microscopic slide review. The technician will also perform complex histologic procedures, analyze and correct problems, review and record data, and maintain instruments according to established protocols and policies.

Requirements

• Experience using automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes, and other lab equipment.
• Exhibits accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work for quality.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis.
• Gross, process, embed, cut, and stain surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review.
• Performs complex histologic procedures and analyzes and corrects problems using established scientific principles with some supervision.
• Reviews, records and analyzes data to support recommended judgments.
• Maintains instruments, utilizing established protocols.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed