Histology Technologist II

Caris Life Sciences•Phoenix, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Histology Technologist II will utilize the knowledge necessary to assist pathology professionals with Immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining, specimen processing, embedding, re-embedding, slide preparation, microtomy, QC, grossing and other high complexity procedures performed in the laboratory. The Histology Technologist II also performs other non-high complexity tasks such as cover-slipping, unloading instruments, making buffers and changing reagents. This position works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Requirements

Demonstrates strong technical skills.
3+ years of experience in an IHC/histology laboratory required.
HT/HTL (ASCP) certification.
Must meet high complexity requirements: A bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution
At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either: At least 3 months of documented laboratory training in IHC/histology high-complexity testing
Completion of a clinical laboratory training program (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above)
Approved or accredited by the: ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools)CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs)
24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry; 6 semester hours of biology; AND 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination
24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses

Nice To Haves

QIHC is strongly advised.

Responsibilities

Performs routine histology tasks such as embedding and cutting, as well as high complexity tasks like QC, grossing, processing, loading and unloading slides on Ventana and Dako Auto-stainer platforms.
Able to identify problems in the histology lab, communicates, follows up with leadership and aides in the troubleshooting process.
Responsible for the successful execution of laboratory protocols and standard operating procedures, undergoes training and routine competencies for applicable tasks completed within the department.
Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling, by routinely verifying that case identification numbers match blocks and slides during each processing step; prints slides and labels as appropriate.
Documents in laboratory logs and the laboratory information system (LIS), as directed by standard operating procedures.
Maintains laboratory equipment and ensures that the equipment is in proper working order and notifies leadership if maintenance and/or repairs are needed.
Demonstrates capability of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of tests results and takes appropriate action.
Maintains performance consistency in all trained areas.
Aides in organization success by learning special tasks such as auditing and/or cross-departmental training (Digital Pathology Image QC, ACC Video Receipt/Trash QC, Lab Ops ACC1, and PA Dissection).
Assists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects to support the laboratory, as required.
Accepts other duties as assigned.