Histotech

DERMSURGERY ASSOCIATES PA•Bellaire, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are fortifying our team and are in search of a qualified Histology Technician to work in both our Dermatopathology Lab performing all routine duties in the lab and with our Mohs Surgeons, processing frozen sections. This is a part time position that will work with various Mohs Surgeons as well as in the DermPath lab. If you are looking for part time work, this is a great chance to join a wonderful team and help us continue to expand. Shifts will be during the week, days. The position may be considered for full time in the future.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program with certification obtained (HT or HTL certification from the ASCP.) or HS and 60 college/university semester hours, with a combination of 12 hrs biology and chemistry (must include both) AND one year full-time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining or Associate degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician program.
Experience may be substituted for the certification in some cases.
This is not a training position.
Good eyesight correctable to 20/20 and hearing within normal range, manual dexterity and full range motion required.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and operate required equipment.
Requires manual dexterity to fill out heavy paper work, operate photocopy machine and other office equipment.

Responsibilities

Receives, accessions and prepares tissues using accepted histological techniques with accuracy
Performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and cover-slipping using automated equipment as necessary
Sections and stains histological specimens
Prepares various stains, solutions, and other compounds used in the staining process
Implement CLIA recommendations, including, but not limited to daily QA testing and proficiency testing
Follows OSHA, Medical Waste, Infection Control and Hazardous Communication protocols, including necessary documentation
Follows Laboratory SOP’s and collaborates with Laboratory Director to maintain and update as necessary
Assists pathologists within scope of practice
Monitors supply inventory and assists in ordering and stocking, properly documents reagents and supply inventories while following laboratory inventory procedures
Demonstrates competency operating, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment, working with vendors as necessary
Performs routine maintenance on equipment and instruments in accordance with manufacturer specifications and completes maintenance records
Assist with training new technicians as necessary
Able to multitask effectively and to work with limited supervision
Follows all Associations’ policies and procedures