Histotechnologist, Overnights

NeoGenomics Laboratories • Houston, TX

32d • Onsite

About The Position

NeoGenomics is looking for a Histotechnologist for our lab in Houston, TX who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.
Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30pm-3:00am (subject to change based on business needs)
Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:
As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.
Position Summary:
The Histotechnologist works under general supervision precisely and accurately performs a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures. The Histotechnologist will research, troubleshoot, and resolve histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory. This position requires the production of the highest quality of embedding, microtomy, tissue grossing, tissue processing, H&E staining, manual and automated special staining, immunohistochemistry, and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution - OR -
• Associate of Science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution - OR -
• Equivalent education of 60 semester hours with 24 semester hours in biological and chemical science courses.
• Nationally: HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)
• FL: current state technician or technologist license
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques
• Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment while maintaining production and quality standards
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the company’s Safety Data Sheet Database
• Good visual acuity including color perception required for certain departments
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Level I: 1+ years as an ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist preferred
• Level II: 4+ years as an ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist preferred

Responsibilities

• Receives tissue specimens and ensures proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples
• Processes paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting
• Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Performs microtomy according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Embeds processed tissue in paraffin wax
• Performs coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated
• Performs all special stain procedures according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Performs filing of blocks and slides
• Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certification, as required. Documents remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests

Benefits

• We have highly competitive benefits with a variety of HMO and PPO options.
• We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays.
• We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree