Molecular Pathology Tech

Royal Oak, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

To perform testing of pathologic specimens using molecular and image analysis techniques. Improve existing techniques and develop new applications for these techniques.

Essential Functions

Prepare specimens and perform a variety of molecular assays such as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Southern Blotting fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH) capillary and gel electrophoresis. Trouble shoot assays as required to maintain and improve quality assurance.
Prepare specimens for hormone receptor analysis (ER/PR and Her2neu) and analyze by quantitative image analysis.
Prepare specimens and perform DNA ploidy analysis by image analysis.
Quality control quality assurance improve existing techniques and develop new applications or procedures write procedures CAP lab duties.
Prepare reagents buffers and solutions at appropriate pH and molarity.
Monitor supply inventory and order supplies as needed.
Teach Histotechnology students Pathology residents as required.

Qualifications

Required Bachelors Degree or equivalent

CRT-Medical Technologist Certified (MT) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology preferred Or

CRT-Histotechnologist (HTL) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology preferred

CRT-Molecular Specialist - ASCP #N/A preferred

Physical Demands

Pallet to Waist (6 from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs
Sitting: Occasionally
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity ¹None No; Seldom Yes: Seldom
Color Vision (Ishihara) TestNone No; Seldom Yes: Seldom

How Corewell Health cares for you

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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal Oak

Department Name

Lab - Anatomic Pathology Adv Diagnostic - CH East - North - Royal Oak

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

1p-930p

Days Worked

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Job SummaryTo perform testing of pathologic specimens using molecular and image analysis techniques. Improve existing techniques and develop new applications for these techniques.Essential FunctionsPrepare specimens and perform a variety of molecular assays such as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) So...