Histotech

One GI•Cordova, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Gastro One is seeking a Histotech that possesses a positive spirit to join our team and to help drive patient success in our community. Gastro One is a team of gastroenterologists and allied health professionals with a proven track record of providing excellent care that families can count on. We specialize in treating the full range of digestive diseases and endeavor to provide exceptional care, for every patient, every time. We are powered by One GI®, a true collaboration of the very best clinical and business minds – which enables us to focus on what’s truly important – our patients.

Requirements

Associate of science or 60 semester hours with combined hours in science
Functioning knowledge of anatomy, chemistry, physiology, and experience in enzymes, histo-chemistry and immunoperoxidase stains required.
HT(ASCP) certification required or registry eligible.
Two (2) years experience in an accredited anatomic pathology and cytology laboratory.
Functioning knowledge of anatomy, chemistry, physiology, and experience in enzymes, histo-chemistry and immunoperoxidase stains required.

Responsibilities

Precisely and accurately perform a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures, including specimen accessioning, grossing (prosecting), microwave tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, performing special stains, operating H&E autostainer, and operating instrumentation for immunohistochemical stains.
Receive and accession tissue specimens and prepares specimens processing.
Cut thin sections and stains according to established procedure for routine and special stains.
Assist with FNA smears and stains slides for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.
Assist Pathologists with grossing as required.