Histotechnologist - Fowle Diagnostic Pathology Lab

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation • Oklahoma City, OK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fowle Diagnostic Pathology Lab is looking for a Histotechnologist. This person will be involved in the entire workflow of specimens from sample intake through assisting with preparation and processing of clinical biopsies. Processing will involve gross examination, fixation, embedding, sectioning, and staining techniques.

Requirements

• HT certification by the ASCP and/or Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or related area
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be team oriented, personable, and able to deal with diverse personalities and cultures.
• Must be able to take direction, follow instructions and keep meticulous records.
• Must be reliable and self-driven with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service skills and an ability to work independently are a must.
• Basic computer skills to include knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

• One year of histology laboratory or related laboratory experience highly desired.
• Prefer HT or HTL certification by the ASCP or willingness to get certified within two years of start date.
• Experience/knowledge of preparatory methods for light and/or electron microscopy, experience with specimen fixation, embedding, sectioning and staining techniques are also desired.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and accessioning of clinical biopsies.
• Grossing and processing these biopsies under the supervision of a pathologist.
• Embedding, cutting, staining, mounting and performing QC on specimens of human tissue.
• Performs various microscopic, chemical, hematological, immunologic, or bacteriologic assays according to established standards
• Ensures specimen protocols, and sterilization and quality control procedures are being followed.
• Calibrates and operates all instruments and equipment according to preventive maintenance schedule.
• Further training on various testing platforms and modalities, as well as additional specimen types will be included based on laboratory needs, workload and interest.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• minimum 8% company retirement contribution
• vacation and sick leave
• paid holidays
• onsite caf
• free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer
• free parking
• Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level