Histotechnologist 2 Clinical

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Histotechnologist 2 Clinical is needed to join a dynamic team of clinical laboratory staff professionals. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a great team environment to ensure prompt turnaround of renal specimens from in-house cases as well as consult cases from outside hospitals. Prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examinations and handles the more specialized histo- and immunocyto-chemistry testing within the Dept of Anatomic Pathology under occasional guidance; maintains adequate quality control data. Processes specimens for molecular testing. Troubleshoots processes and follows up as needed. Responsible for high volume workload and stat requests. This position will work at the VUMC main campus in the North Tower, and you will work an 8-hour shift with a flexible start time within the hours of 7 AM and 10 AM with the expectation of participating in on-call weekend rotation following your introductory period.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience)
• ASCP Certification (at time of hire)
• > 1 year of experience

Responsibilities

• Completes daily workload as assigned to include embedding, cutting, staining (including histo and immunocytochemical procedures) and any specific procedures requested by pathologist to support patient diagnosis.
• Performs and documents instrument maintenance; maintains records relating to quality control and other functions.
• Trains and provides direction/support to the Histotechnologists and Histotechnicians.
• Grossly identify tissue for adequacy in the operating room, communicate to Attending/Fellow, divide core and place in appropriate fixatives.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level