Lead Histotechnologist

Duly Health and Care • Lockport, IL

75d • $30 - $45

About The Position

This position works under general supervision of the Practice Manager and under technical supervision of Boncura centralized Laboratory. Perform gross on human tissue, operate/maintain tissue processors, embed tissues, perform routine & special microtomy procedures, perform specimen pick up and log in procedures, specimen discard, equipment preventative & routine maintenance, receive and unpack supplies, perform special stains both manual & automated, maintain & archive files of slides & paraffin blocks, lab documents such as histotech microtomy totals, special stain logs & spreadsheets, perform xylene recycling, prepare reagents, discard reagents and other duties as required by the department.

Requirements

• Microtomy experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree with 1-3 years of experience in Histology.
• Experience in a histology lab setting is required.
• Administrative experience: filing experience, maintain logs/records, use of computerized databases, verbal and written communications.

Nice To Haves

• Training in Safety, PPE, Blood borne pathogens, Hazardous waste, Safety equipment, Evacuation plan and route, Sharps.
• Procedure training checklists (as applicable). Instrument training is incorporated in individual procedure training checklists as applicable.
• Specimen accessioning, Specimen gross description, Embedding, Microtomy, Special stains.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross following established procedures.
• Performs tissue embedding following established procedures.
• Performs routine cutting of paraffin blocks on a rotary microtome.
• Prepares reagents following established procedures.
• Receives specimens, maintains documentation of workload volume, quality control data and all appropriate records as required by the department, company and various regulatory agencies.
• Maintains block files. Store specimens for future retrieval if necessary.
• Matches slides and reports to ensure correct information is reported.
• Stains, coverslips and labels slides (automated and manual). Performs special staining procedures offered in the histology laboratory (automated and manual).
• Immunohistochemistry duties as required.
• Preparation for regulatory inspections.
• Researches, troubleshoots and resolves inquiries or problems within the laboratory and with any outside contractors.
• Assists less experienced employees in researching, resolving and documenting problems.
• Performs reagent QC on routinely used reagents. Runs parallel checks on reagents used on instruments for routine lab work. Troubleshoots reagent failures.
• Performs specimen QC to ensure specimen is appropriate and properly identified for each bench. Note and resolve all specimens not in compliance.
• Develops stain troubleshooting skills and develops assay trouble shooting skills. Records and determine causes for assay failure. Develops plans with manager(s) to rectify problems.
• Assists with other non-technical duties within the department as requested by team leader, project analyst or supervisor to meet immediate needs of department.
• Performs routine maintenance on laboratory equipment in designated area. This includes cleaning equipment, minor troubleshooting and reporting any irregularities in operation to manager(s).
• Maintains appropriate records as required by department, company and various regulatory agencies.
• Gains knowledge of department operations and procedures.
• Adheres to the laboratory's safety policies.
• Wears proper PPE when handling and processing specimens and hazardous waste.
• Discards biohazard waste properly.
• Discards hazardous waste properly.
• Notifies supervisor, project analyst or team leader immediately of any lab accident or exposure incident.
• Maintains adequate stock of working supplies, notifies manager(s) of shortages.
• Helps with monthly inventory count.
• Participates in required Continuing Education activities.
• Adheres to lab policies and protocols.
• Shows a high level of respect for all lab personnel and other practice personnel.
• Attends all required meetings and represents laboratory in a professional manner.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Social Impact.
• 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees