Senior Histotechnician

Precision for Medicine•Houston, TX

2d•$75,600 - $113,400

About The Position

The Senior Histotechnician will be responsible for leading operations and ensuring consistent accuracy throughout the processing of tissue sections or staining in the histo-lab, while demonstrating efficient work habits and flexibility. This role involves preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination, operating various lab equipment, identifying tissue structures, performing quality control, and contributing to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and validation plans. The Senior Histotechnician will also collaborate with scientists on IHC projects, serve as a point of contact for external pathologists, train other staff, manage internal service requests, and maintain a safe and compliant working environment.

Requirements

BA/BS in Biology and 5 years of related experience
Prefer Histologist (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certified by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) or HT certification for mini- 5 years
Visual acuity and above average dexterity
At times may come in contact with viral and bacterial infections, exposure to blood borne pathogens and occasional exposure to toxic substances
Capable of a moderate amount of walking, standing, and/or sitting
Ability to stand, sit, walk, minimum lifting (no more than 20 lbs.), bending, stooping, normal or corrected visual, hearing and good manual dexterity are required
Ability to lift or carry no more than 20 pounds or pull or push no more than 50 pounds
Ability to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Responsibilities

Process sections of body tissue by accessioning, frozen section, assist with grossing, fixation, dehydration, embedding, microtomy, decalcification, coverslipping, routine HE staining, special staining, and immunohistochemistry
Prepare tissue specimens for both immediate and routine microscopic examination and evaluation
Independently run HE stainer, embedding system, microtom and tissue processor, auto scanners, bondrx Lecia auto-stainer
Identify tissue structures and their staining characteristics
Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits
Organize work and activities to achieve maximum productivity
Work with supervisor to generate SOP, validation plan and report
Design IHC project with scientist together, and lead the sample process and managing project
Work as a point of contact to interact with external pathologists or pathology service labs
Work close with scientist and technologists from the general lab, and be able to provide a train them if needed
Responsible for taking care internal histo-service request and working with data accessioning team to complete the tasks
Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with laboratory personnel and staff at all levels
Maintain a safe working environment, compliant with established policies and procedures of regulatory agencies, and responds positively to necessary changes in the workplace
Demonstrate the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and independently choose appropriate course of action
Comply with organization and department policies and procedures, participate in programs and activities to achieve the mission of the laboratory and assume responsibility for professional growth and development
Responsible compliance with all OSHA, CAP, safety, and HIPAA regulations
Perform all other duties as assigned