Histotechnologist 2 Clinical

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Histotechnologist to join their Histopathology team. This role is responsible for preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination, performing specialized histo- and immunocytochemistry testing, and processing specimens for molecular testing. The position involves handling a high volume of workload and stat requests, maintaining quality control data, and troubleshooting processes. The Histotechnologist will also provide training and support to other team members and may be involved in gross identification of tissue in the operating room.

Requirements

Histotechnician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification OR Histotechnologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification
1 year of relevant work experience
Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

Quality Assurance (Novice)
Diagnostic Testing (Novice)
Mentoring & Coaching (Novice)
Equipment Maintenance (Novice)

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.
Processes specimens for molecular testing.
Troubleshoots processes and follows up as needed.
Responsible for high volume workload and stat requests.