Histology Technician II
Histology Technician II
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Job Title: Histology Technician II
- A Histology Tech II is responsible for performing routine laboratory tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of animal health conditions.
- Key responsibilities include working under minimal supervision on embedding tissue cutting and staining of samples operating laboratory equipment and maintaining accurate records.
- This role supports the Global Diagnostics division at client and will work closely with internal veterinary pathologists and other lab personnel to ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy in our diagnostic services.
- Under minimal supervison prepare thin slices of tissue for analysis
- Cut various tissue types using microtomes and operate the automated tissue stainer
- Examine adjust and process the tissue for proper sample preservation
- Independently perform tissue embedding of various tissue types Mount the tissue sample on the slide and stain or dye the sample to emphasize abnormalities
- Prepare and troubleshoot special stains and IHC slides
- Recognize factors that affect procedures and quality results and taking appropriate action when corrections are necessary
- Review histology slides for quality and consistency
- Perform special stains as requested by pathologists
- Assist with using advanced techniques like molecular pathology or electron microscopy
- Clean and operate all equipment within the anatomic pathology lab
- Perform quality control checks on daily H&E stain
- Complete other relevant tasks as required
- Bachelors degree preferred Associates required
- 2 years of experience in histology required
- HT or HTL Certification in histology preferred
- Proficiency in various staining techniques and equipment
- Strong attention to detail
- Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software
- Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Robust organizational and time management abilities
- Excellent data entry skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
- Fluency in English language
Employment Type
Full-time
