Histotech

One GI, LLC•Brunswick, OH

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Digestive Disease Consultants is hiring a Grossing Histotech to perform histology work on gastrointestinal biopsy and polyp specimens. The role requires meeting CLIA qualifications for high-complexity testing personnel, with training and approval by the Lab Director for grossing. The position is based in Brunswick, Ohio, and the stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the possibility of a flexible schedule. The Histotech performs routine and specialized histology procedures, including specimen accessioning and grossing, tissue processing and embedding, microtomy, special staining, operation of an H&E autostainer, and operation of immunohistochemical staining instrumentation. The role also includes specimen and records handling, laboratory upkeep, equipment maintenance, and compliance with applicable regulations and safety standards.

Requirements

Meet CLIA qualifications for high-complexity testing personnel under § 493.1489.
Have an associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, or at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution, including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses with the specified chemistry, biology, and medical laboratory technology coursework.
Hold HT(ASCP) certification or be registry eligible.
Have previous experience in an anatomic pathology and histology laboratory.

Responsibilities

Perform specimen accessioning and grossing (prosecting) of gastrointestinal biopsy and polyp specimens.
Process and embed tissue, perform microtomy, and prepare precision sections using a microtome.
Perform routine and special stains according to established procedures.
Operate the H&E autostainer and instrumentation for immunohistochemical stains.
Handle tissue properly to minimize cross-contamination.
Maintain stock of reagents needed for staining and tissue processing.
Maintain equipment, instruments, and cleanliness of the work area.
Assist with accessioning specimens, assigning pathology case numbers, and verifying specimen jars against pathology requisitions.
Retrieve blocks and slides for review and file slides and blocks.
Enter data into the laboratory LIS system.
Comply with state, federal, CLIA, CAP, professional, departmental, and safety requirements.
Follow established OSHA and regulatory procedures to maintain a safe laboratory and meet accreditation standards.