Duties include, but are not limited to: Maintain diagnostic viability of all specimens received, and ensure correct labeling of all materials Gross, process, embed, and make sections of surgical tissue submitted for microscopic examination Cut and stain sections for rapid diagnosis Section paraffin blocks as per procedure Perform routine H&E staining as well as implement new and established special stains and immunohistochemistry (IHC) stains Examine all slides produced using a microscope and submit only those slides which are of high quality Prepare and maintain tissue fixatives and paraffins for tissue embedding, maintain reagents and solutions for staining of tissue sections Maintain and make minor adjustments and repairs to laboratory equipment such as microtomes, embedding machines, tissue processors, and slide and block printers Maintain records of tissue preparations and quality control Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelines Perform basic tracking, look-up, and billing functions of blocks and slides through the LIS system Use information system down time procedures when appropriate Review blocks and slides, using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify validity and clinical relevance; consult with supervisor prior to the release of blocks/slides if unusual or unanticipated; follow laboratory SOPs for block/slide preparation and distribution Perform establish quality assurance procedures such as quality control testing, instrument function checks, periodic maintenance, and maintain appropriate records for these procedures Participate, as needed, in proficiency testing Follows all CLIA Patient Safety Goals. Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.