Histotech - 0.8 - Nights - Anatomic Pathology @ MV
About The Position
The Histotech performs moderate-complexity testing under the general supervision of the Medical Director, Histology Supervisor, and/or Lead Histotechnologist. The role processes, embeds, and performs microtomy on surgical, biopsy, and cell-block tissue specimens in a high-volume laboratory, preparing slides and specimens for pathologist review and diagnosis. The Histotech also performs staining, maintains quality-control records and laboratory supplies, and carries out preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment. The position is 0.8 FTE, with 64 scheduled biweekly hours and an eight-hour night shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Two years of experience in embedding and microtomy in a high-volume acute-care hospital histology laboratory within the last five years.
- Ability to multitask and perform in a high-volume laboratory.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with others to ensure processes and workflow meet organizational needs.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Biology or Chemistry preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate tissue processors accurately and dependably according to proper schedules.
- Orient and embed tissue properly in molds within an acceptable timeframe.
- Perform microtomy and prepare slides for microscopic examination and final diagnosis, following required protocols.
- Process stains accurately and on time; recognize staining problems and perform automated staining, including H&E, immunohistochemistry, and special stains.
- Set up H&E staining and stain manually when needed; operate the automated H&E stainer and cut control slides.
- Prepare tissue specimens for pathologists to obtain data used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Maintain quality-control records, laboratory supplies and reagents, and perform general preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Embed and cut at least 100 blocks during an eight-hour shift while maintaining slide quality and conserving tissue.
- Maintain cleanliness of the work area.
- Dispose of chemical hazardous waste according to current policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
- Clarify, report, and document quality issues, including inadequate grossing, incorrect tissue-handling protocols, tissue-block discordance, and other specimen-handling concerns.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
