Histotechnologist in Reading, Pennsylvania

Full Time Histotechnologist Needed in Reading, PennsylvaniaPosition Highlights:Full-time, permanent job opportunityFull benefits package (401k, PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance)Competitive payRoom for career growth!Job Duties:Process and prepare fixed and unfixed tissue and cytology specimens using histologic, frozen sectioning, immunohistochemical, in situ hybridization, and tissue microarray techniquesTeach and instruct other lab staff in these techniques (1-3)Supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project workPrepares microscopic slides for diagnostic processing, embedding, microtomy, mounting (paraffin/frozen sections), staining (routine/special/IHC), slide and block labeling & coverslippingPerforms special staining techniques for interstitial elements of tissue sections to include micro-organisms and various cellular components including antigens and enzymes for complex diagnosis and prognostic markersContribute to corporate strategy for additional regulatory approvals (CAP, FDA, ) relating to GHI HistopathologyAssess the quality of slide preparations and troubleshoot procedures if necessaryPrepare control slides and in collaboration with the laboratory director, validate technical procedures before applying to clinical or research samplesPosition Requirements:Associate's Degree in Science (or higher)ASCP (HT or HTL) or eligible to obtainExperience is preferred (but not required!)Interested? Apply to this job or send a resume to View email address on click.appcast.io for consideration!(REF: MK51918)