Histology Technologist Immunopathology

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Histology Specialist Immunopathology

Shift: 9:00am-5:30pm

Were offering a generous sign on bonus of $10000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent were eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Job Summary

Job Description Summary
Summary
Responsible for preparing tissue specimens by processing performing microtomy and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis.

Does this position require Patient Care
No

Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)

Processes embeds and sections tissue for slides.
Embeds control tissue and cuts control slides to maintain adequate control library.
Performs preventative maintenance and quality control procedures including oiling and cleaning microtomes cleaning processors and changing staining solutions.
Ensures appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to maintain employee safety at all times.
Maintains case identification and ensures appropriate tracking throughout entire process to ensure patient safety.
Observes hospital and laboratory policies and safety practices and maintains a safe clean and prepared work area.
Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards

Education
Bachelors Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No

Licenses and Credentials
Histotechnician HT(ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required

Experience
Clinical or Histology experience 0-1 years required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must possess fundamental knowledge of basic histotechnique to include fixation decalcifications processing embedding routine and special stains and frozen sections.
- Must be able to perform certain special stains (i.e. Oil Red O).
- Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
- Participates in relevant continuing education programs.

Onsite

275 Charles Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$27.40 - $39.90/Hourly

Grade

6

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