Histotechnologist

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Histotechnologist works in the Anatomic Pathology laboratory at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. The laboratory operates 24 hours per day and performs over 75,000 cases annually. On-site Immunohistochemistry and Molecular laboratories provide opportunities for professional development. The lab is accredited by CAP and JCAHO, certified by CLIA, and registered with the FDA. The position performs histology procedures related to accessioning and technical preparation of pathology specimens. Work includes special stains, immunohistochemical stains, frozen sections, and the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment. The role also involves preparing solutions and reagents, maintaining quality control, and supporting pathologists in specimen examination.

Requirements

An Associate degree in Science or Applied Science (or equivalent) and completion of an accredited Histotechnology training program; alternatively, two years of histology work experience with an Associate degree in Science, or a high school diploma and successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program. Candidates must meet one or both of the first two stated qualification pathways.

Nice To Haves

Current HT or HTL ASCP certification.
One to three years of histology experience.

Responsibilities

Verify the accuracy of patient information and submitted samples.
Accession and bill cytology and surgical specimens by entering data into the LIS; order and print labels and worklists.
Perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, and coverslipping of surgical specimens in accordance with established quality control standards.
Perform special stains and immunohistochemical stains as requested by the Pathologist.
Freeze, cut, and prepare rapid H&E-stained sections for frozen tissue microscopic examination.
Check stained slides against paraffin blocks and gross dictation for completeness, then distribute slides and paperwork to pathologists.
Perform quality control on histology equipment.
Clean and stock work areas and perform quality control of those areas.
Safely handle, recycle, and dispose of laboratory chemicals.
Maintain quality control and maintenance records under the direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.
Participate in maintaining monthly pathology laboratory statistics.
File or retrieve slides for conferences and old case reviews, and file slides and blocks for appropriate storage.
Participate in continuing education programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.