Histotechnologist

Job Summary and Responsibilities Essential Function: Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping. Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures. Ability to assess and make decisions for proper handling and processing of specimens with minimal or no guidance. Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining. Monitors technical aspects of the department, and is a resource for technical information. Participates in the Performance Improvement program. Performs quality control, preventative maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance. Job Requirements Required Education and Experience: Option 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program. Option 2: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND one year full‑time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining. Preferred Education and Certifications: Bachelor degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program, AND/OR Histotechnology certification, HTL, by American Society of Clinical Pathology. Where You’ll Work Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, McNair Campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr