Histotechnologist (Intermittent)
About The Position
The UW Dermatologic Surgery Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for a Histotechnologist (Per Diem/On-Call, Day Shifts) to join their team. Reporting to the Medical Director, Dermatologic Surgery, UWMC, and the Vice Chair for Finance & Administration for Dermatology, the Histotechnologist performs specialized histologic procedures and frozen section processing in a clinical setting under the direction of the Mohs Surgeon. This role supports the Department of Dermatology’s mission of providing exceptional patient care, advancing dermatologic research, and training future leaders in the field through partnerships with leading regional healthcare institutions. The position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Requirements
- Certification as a Histotechnologist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or certification as a Histologic Technician by ASCP and three years of experience in a clinical or research laboratory
- Experience and/or education that demonstrates comparable skills may substitute for certification requirements
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a Mohs laboratory within a dermatologic surgery clinic setting
Responsibilities
- Process, embed, section, and stain tissue specimens for examination by the Mohs surgeon
- Perform and optimize advanced histological staining techniques critical for Mohs surgery, including Silver stain, Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), Toluidine Blue, and immunohistochemical (IHC) staining methods
- Collaborate with the Mohs surgeon and surgical teams to ensure timely processing and evaluation of specimens
- Assess improperly handled specimens, determine appropriate disposition, take corrective action, and communicate issues and resolutions to the supervisor
- Implement, monitor, and perform quality control and quality assurance of specimens in accordance with CLIA and Washington State Department of Health requirements
- Develop and refine histological methodologies, including preparation of specialized reagents, dyes, and solutions, while ensuring quality control of reagent performance
- Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, including cryostats and stain processors, in partnership with UW Medicine Scientific Instruments
- Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and monitor outcomes
- Evaluate new laboratory products and instrumentation for potential implementation
- Provide guidance, instruction, and orientation to pathologists, residents, and other laboratory staff on complex histologic procedures
- Perform related duties as required
Benefits
- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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