Histotechnologist 3

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Histotechnologist 3 is a laboratory professional who prepares surgical tissue specimens for histology, electron microscopy, and immunohistochemistry. The position uses laboratory and hospital systems to accession data and perform related system functions. The role includes routine and non-routine preparation of surgical specimens for histologic processing, specimen grossing within the employee’s training and experience, quality control, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with pathologists and laboratory staff. The employee helps ensure accurate specimen identification and integrity, appropriate test performance, and compliance with laboratory procedures and applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The position may include basic histology functions when the employee meets the applicable requirements.

Requirements

Associate degree in a relevant field.
Florida Histotechnologist License.
At least 3 years of relevant experience.
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to collaborate with others and contribute to a team environment.
Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Computer proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including complex immunohistochemistry work for clinical diagnosis.
Prepare surgical specimens for histologic processing according to departmental policies and procedures.
Accession and label specimens appropriately and maintain specimen integrity and patient identification.
Gross simple to moderately complex specimens within training and experience, under direct or indirect supervision as applicable.
Describe gross anatomic features of routine, uncomplicated specimens, including lesions, markings, and sutures.
Record specimen measurements, weight, volume, and abnormal findings as applicable.
Escalate non-routine or complicated surgical specimens to Pathologist Assistants.
Interact with pathologists regarding gross dissection and description activities, including specimen types requiring direct supervision.
Perform basic histology functions, such as embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, and frozen sectioning, if trained and qualified.
Cut frozen sections using a cryostat.
Maintain and review quality control and determine the acceptability of test results and instrument function.
Maintain equipment and order reagents and materials.
Maintain sample records, including accessioning records and paraffin block and slide files.
Complete associated paperwork, including workload records and preventive maintenance and temperature charts.
Identify problems that may affect test performance or reporting, resolve them when possible, or promptly notify the appropriate supervisor or director.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow specimen handling and processing procedures.
Participate in developing and revising departmental policies and procedures.
Provide guidance and leadership to employees in the assigned section and recommend improvements to laboratory functions.
Handle clinical and patient concerns confidentially, with integrity and discretion.
Comply with University and unit policies, corporate safety and quality standards, and applicable local, federal, CLIA, and CAP requirements.
Safeguard University assets.