Histotechnologist 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Histotechnologist (H) performs a wide variety of routine and complex procedures to prepare and analyze tissues in support of clinical trials research. The Histotechnologist (H) performs routine and complex analysis of patient specimens according to standard operating procedures.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in relevant field
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Florida State License as a Histotechnician

Responsibilities

Prepares and cuts histological sections of good quality for morphological and immunohistochemical analyses.
Evaluates specimen acceptability upon receipt and during the review of analysis results.
Performs secondary review of patient results to ensure accuracy of primary result entry.
Assists with gross examination and maintains an accurate log of specimens.
Answers questions and resolves problems pertaining to test requisitions.
Performs a variety of specialized chemical and immunohistochemical stains using appropriate controls.
Maintains records of prepared specimens by labeling stained and finished slides.
Examines sample and stained slides with microscope to ascertain results.
Prepares solution and reagents in accordance with standard procedures.
Maintains laboratory equipment and ensures tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Verify that patient name on the container matches the name on the history sheet under supervision.
Assign surgical numbers as directed by a senior technologist.
Place specimens into properly labeled cassettes, confirming information before processing.
Assist in changing tissue processor solutions following written procedures.
Observe and document processing schedules.
Monitor paraffin levels and temperatures; report discrepancies to senior staff.
Embed tissues with attention to orientation under supervision.
Organize blocks numerically and ensure completeness.
Cut routine sections at designated micron thickness under guidance.
Identify basic artifacts such as folds or tears and correct with supervision.
Maintain water bath and ensure proper temperature.
Assist with labeling and tracking frozen specimens.
Learn proper orientation and cutting techniques for frozen tissue.
Ensure patient identifiers match documentation.
Review slides for completeness before submitting to senior technologist.
Learn to identify acceptable quality standards.
Observe and assist in performing manual and automated special stains.
Learn to evaluate control slides under supervision.
Follow all written procedures as stated in the Anatomic Pathology Procedure Manual.
Report deviations or concerns to supervisory staff.