Histology Technologist II - Per Diem - Days - MHM

Memorial Healthcare

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The per diem Histology Technologist prepares histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist. This role works 1–2 days per week on the day shift in Miramar, Florida. The position requires basic knowledge of laboratory procedures, instrumentation, and laboratory information systems, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. The technologist must use critical thinking, exercise decisive judgment, work with minimal supervision, and take appropriate action in a stressful environment. A bachelor's degree and a Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist license are required. At least one year of experience is required. The role involves laboratory and instrument work, specimen handling and processing, and the physical and environmental conditions listed in the job posting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist license.
At least one year of required work experience.
Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems.
Ability to relate and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Critical-thinking and effective communication skills.
Decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

Prepare and evaluate stains, reagents, and solutions for slide preparation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Instruct and observe student technologists.
Assist with validation, optimization, and implementation of new antibodies and special stains.
Prepare for and participate in inspections and assist the laboratory in meeting regulatory guidelines.
Assess the competency of team members.
Perform quality control, preventive maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains.
Perform cytology processing, staining, and cover slipping using accepted histological techniques.
Receive and accession specimens as required, and prepare tissues and other biological materials for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis, including labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and cover slipping.
Perform fluorescent immunohistochemistry techniques.
As needed, perform immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization, and special-stain procedures.
Serve as charge technologist.
Evaluate complex and difficult samples to determine appropriate preparation and staining methods.
Serve as a resource to laboratory staff and other clinical staff.