Registered Histotechnician

Precision for Medicine•Houston, TX

17d•$30 - $45

About The Position

The Registered Histotechnician is responsible for ensuring consistent accuracy throughout tissue-section processing while demonstrating efficient work habits and flexibility. The role includes histology processing and staining, microtomy, immunohistochemistry, tissue microarray work, slide scanning, quality control, and routine equipment maintenance. The Histotechnician is expected to work professionally with laboratory personnel, maintain a safe and compliant work environment, exercise independent judgment, and contribute to the laboratory’s mission and professional development.

Requirements

BA/BS degree and 0–2+ years of related experience.
ASCP certification as a Histologist (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL), or eligibility for HT certification with certification obtained within six months of hire.
Visual acuity and above-average dexterity.
Ability to read, write, speak fluently, and comprehend English.
Ability to stand, sit, and walk; perform minimum lifting of no more than 20 pounds; bend and stoop; and demonstrate normal or corrected vision, hearing, and good manual dexterity.
Ability to lift or carry no more than 20 pounds or push or pull no more than 50 pounds.
Ability to tolerate possible contact with viral and bacterial infections, exposure to blood-borne pathogens, and occasional exposure to toxic substances.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, graduation from a certified Histology program, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Monitor project quality control and print slides and cassettes.
Perform qualified grossing tasks.
Load, change, clean, and troubleshoot tissue processors.
Spawn, trim, and embed tissue.
Perform routine H&E staining and glass or film coverslipping.
Create tissue microarrays manually and through automated methods.
Perform microtomy at various thicknesses according to project requirements, obtain curls at various thicknesses, and section TMAs.
Perform IHC work on various platforms, including Dako Autostainer, Dako Omnis, Leica BOND III, and Ventana BenchMark ULTRA; perform validations, assay transfers and development, and concentration or dilution work.
Perform pipetting.
Scan digital slides and assess image quality.
Verify control slides by identifying tissue structures and their staining characteristics.
Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits.
Perform routine equipment cleaning and maintenance.
Organize work and activities to maximize productivity.
Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication with laboratory personnel and staff at all levels.
Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with regulatory-agency policies and procedures, and respond positively to workplace changes.
Assess situations, consider alternatives, and independently select an appropriate course of action.
Comply with organizational and departmental policies and procedures, participate in programs and activities that support the laboratory’s mission, and take responsibility for professional growth and development.
Comply with OSHA, CLIA, CAP, safety, and HIPAA regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.