Histotechnician - Immunohistology Lab

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Histotechnician executes histologic techniques to patient specimens to facilitate pathological diagnoses. This role is heavily involved in immunohistochemistry, as well as microtomy, embedding, staining, coverslipping, and troubleshooting issues within the IHC lab. A strong dedication to patient care, fellow coworkers, other professionals, and maintaining a safe work environment is essential. The position requires working closely with other team members to meet high standards of patient care. Immunohistochemical testing will be conducted on a wide variety of specimens, ranging from biopsies to large organs and limbs of the human anatomy. The role involves following procedures and increasing laboratory efficiency and effectiveness, requiring excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED and registered as an HT (ASCP) or eligible OR Associates with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry
One year to obtain ASCP HT certification after completion of 12 consecutive months of full-time on the job training in a histopathology laboratory
Ability to work on occasional weekends and on-call duties
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Responsibilities

Perform computer data entry, order retrieval and modification, and print patient labels
Perform immunohistochemical stains on smears or other fresh samples
Deliver completed cases to various locations
Run, review, and document QC/QA
Maintain cleanliness of the laboratory
Perform other duties as needed