Immunohistochemistry Technologist

Immunohistochemistry Technologist - Cincinnati OH Monday to Friday 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Pay range: $25.68 per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills training experience education and where applicable certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical financial and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position some of the benefits offered may include:
Day 1 Medical supplemental health dental & vision for FT employees who work 30 hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
and so much more!

The Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Technologist position is intended for individuals with prior experience working in the IHC area performing all aspects of individual in this position will perform all routine IHC functions as well as handle some more complex individual will work under limited supervision provide guidance to technical staff and may lead some position is also intended for individuals who meet the educational and training requirements outlined in the Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing policy but may not have prior histopathology training and/or experience (i.e. medical technologists cytotechnologists other degreed individuals without routine histology experience).

• Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the staining of IHC slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s) according to policies and procedures.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
• Validate and verify performance of IHC primary antibodies.
• Obtain and validate control tissue used in IHC procedures.
• Provide training and guidance on IHC staining processes to newly hired IHC Technologists as well as Histotechnicians / Histotechnologists students and lab aides that may perform IHC related processes.
• Adhere to laboratorys quality control policies and documents all quality control activities; has the ability to recognize outliers and correct them.
• Differentiate acceptable and unacceptable staining of IHC control slides.
• May be required to develop execute or validate new procedures.
• Capable of identifying problems that may affect test performance or reporting of test results and resolve or immediately report to histology supervisor/manager technical supervisor or director.
• Capable of completing daily routine IHC functions without supervision.
• Appropriately handle proficiency test samples and associated documentation.
• 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.

Required Work Experience:

1 year Immunohistochemistry experience

Preferred Work Experience:

Previous histopathology experience

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time

Skills:

• Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills within department as well as with other functions within the company and third parties ()
• Must have the ability to establish work priorities for self and others and handle several procedures simultaneously including troubleshooting instruments and other problems/issues.
• Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
• Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

Education

• Associates Degree (Preferred)
• Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Qualification in ImmunohistochemistryQ(IHC) (Preferred)
• Meet state licensure requirements if applicable. (Required)
• Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP (Required)