Histology Technician

Receive and correctly identify specimens and prepare them for microscopic examination by the pathologist Perform routine histopathological tasks including microtomy, embedding, immunohistochemistry, and special staining Assist with frozen sections and radiology procedures using appropriate instrumentation Use LIS, HIS, and laboratory software systems Comply with CAP, accrediting organization, CLIA, and other regulatory requirements Troubleshoot methodology, instrumentation, and procedural problems Perform, record, and monitor quality control data and instrument maintenance Participate in quality improvement initiatives, accreditation testing, proficiency testing, and annual competencies Participate in training new personnel and mentor others Process slides, tissues, special stains, radiology procedures, frozen sections, and cytological preparations Maintain specimen integrity and process specimens according to accepted procedures Maintain a clean, stocked, safe work area and follow laboratory safety procedures Prepare fine needle aspiration totes and provide appropriate fixatives Pick up pathology specimens from hospital departments and assist the pathologist with accessioning, organizing, numbering, and labeling Gross specimens as appropriate Maintain stains and change solutions in tissue processors and automatic stainers Perform pathology sendouts to reference laboratories Freeze and cut tissue on a cryostat; stain and coverslip frozen-section slides and touch-preparation smears Monitor supplies and perform department- and shift-specific duties Requirements Associate's Degree in a related field or biological science Histotechnician (HT) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 2 years Demonstrated competence in slide and tissue processing preparation with minimal error Understanding of scientific theories and laboratory procedure techniques Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and its basic and complex principles Knowledge of LIS, HIS, and applicable laboratory software systems Ability to troubleshoot methodology, instrumentation, and procedure issues Ability to perform and document quality control and instrument maintenance Ability to comply with CAP, CLIA, accrediting organization, and other regulatory requirements Ability to prioritize and complete testing in a timely manner Ability to maintain specimen integrity and follow laboratory safety procedures Ability to perform microtomy, embedding, immunohistochemistry, special staining, frozen sections, cryostat work, and cytological preparations Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in histopathological techniques including Microtomy, Embedding, and Immunohistochemistry, while ensuring compliance with CAP and CLIA regulations. Proficient in laboratory software systems and committed to maintaining specimen integrity and quality control. Highest-signal resume keywords Histotechnician Certification (HT) Microtomy Immunohistochemistry Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) Quality Control Documentation ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Microtomy Embedding Immunohistochemistry Special Staining Frozen Sections Cryostat Work Cytological Preparations Quality Control Instrument Maintenance Slide Processing Soft Skills Troubleshooting Mentoring Prioritization Attention to Detail Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications Histotechnician (HT) Certification Industry Keywords CAP Compliance CLIA Compliance Accreditation Testing Proficiency Testing Laboratory Safety Procedures Tools & Technologies Laboratory Software Systems Tissue Processors Automatic Stainers Cryostat Fixatives #J-18808-Ljbffr