Histotechnologist

McLaren Health Care • Flint, MI

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About The Position

The Histotechnologist cuts, stains, mounts, and studies human tissue specimens to provide data on tissue and organ function and the causes or progression of disease. The role prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes, performs diagnostic tests, and maintains laboratory equipment and records in accordance with established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in biological sciences, chemistry, or medical technology, or completion of an accredited histotechnology (HTL) program.
• Certification as a Histotechnologist within 18 months of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and stain human tissue specimens according to established procedures.
• Prepare solutions, perform special mountings and stains, and carry out related service duties.
• Process multiple tissue types using embedding, microtomy, frozen section, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and special stains.
• Operate, calibrate, prepare, and maintain equipment used for tissue processing and labeling.
• Record and verify slide quality for microscopic evaluation.
• Apply knowledge of histopathological techniques and tissue morphology.
• Use knowledge of tissue morphology to identify gross lesions and determine appropriate bedding, sectioning, and staining.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time