Histotechnologist I

Histotechnologist I - Monday - Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm

**$10,000 Sign On Bonus** External Candidates Only

Relocation Assistance Available

Free Parking

No City Wage Tax

Newly Redesigned Lab

The position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnician or histotechnologist and possess ASCP certification in Histotechnology. The individual in this position will perform all routine histopathology functions, as well as handle some more complex tasks. 

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures. 
• Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II. 
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures. 
• Obtain, verify and/or validate tissue used in special stains. 
• Perform all special stain procedures, both manual and automated. 
• May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures. 
• May obtain, verify and/or validate control material used in IHC procedures. 
• May perform IHC testing. 
• May perform gross tissue examination (high complexity testing) if meets personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489 and the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP. 
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests. 
• Provide training and guidance to Histotechnicians, students and lab aides. 
• Perform limited QA/QC functions and identify issues requiring troubleshooting. 
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens 
• Adhere to laboratory’s quality control policies and document all quality control activities. 
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. 
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations. 
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area. 
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:  

• AS degree or equivalent training and experience 
• HT (ASCP) 
• 1-year Histology experience 
• Current state licensure, if applicable 
• Meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor. 
• If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP. 

Preferred Work Experience:  

• BS degree 
• HTL (ASCP) 
• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program 
• 3 years of histopathology experience 
• Immunohistochemistry experience 

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.  
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.  
• Frequent walking and/or standing.  
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity 

Knowledge:  

N/A

Skills:  

N/A

EDUCATION
Associates Degree(Required)
Bachelor’s Degree

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
HTL (ASCP)
NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program

2023-44634