Histotechnician

Job Details Job Location: OH 1299 Industrial Pkwy N, Brunswick 0VQ49 - Brunswick, OH 44212 Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: None Job Category: Health Care We know there are plenty of companies competing for your attention—but if you bring warmth, care, and contagious positive energy, please stop scrolling! Digestive Disease Consultants is looking for a Grossing Histotech just like you. At Digestive Disease Consultants, patient care isn’t just a priority—it’s our purpose. Every day, we deliver an exceptional level of care and compassion to the patients who trust us. If you’re driven by making a real difference, you might be exactly who we’ve been searching for. Who we are: We’re a dedicated team of gastroenterologists and allied health professionals with a strong reputation for excellence in digestive health. From routine care to complex conditions, we’re committed to delivering outstanding outcomes and experiences—every patient, every time. Powered by One GI® We combine top clinical expertise with innovative business support, allowing our team to focus on what matters most: providing exceptional patient care. Why you’ll love it here: A collaborative, supportive team environment Meaningful work that impacts patients’ lives A culture built on compassion, excellence, and positivity Awesome Perks, Just for You! Excellent paid time off for a healthy work/life balance. We’ve got your future in mind! With our generous 401(k) plan, we’ll help you grow your nest egg with an employer match that makes saving for retirement even sweeter. Looking to further your education? We want to help! We offer education reimbursement opportunities, with generous annual support based on your employment status. Internal growth opportunities. We want to aide in your training and development. Competitive health and supplemental benefits; with FSA and HSA options. Love where you work? Spread the word! Refer a friend who’d be a great fit for One GI® and earn a special bonus when they join the team! Snapshot of Daily Duties: Hours: Monday through Friday – 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, with the possibility of a flexible schedule! Responsibilities: MUST meet all CLIA requirements for grossing/High Complexity Testing (see must haves). All tissue will be gastrointestinal biopsy and polyp specimens only, with training to be approved by the Lab Director. Precisely and accurately perform a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures, including specimen accessioning, grossing (prosecting), tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, performing special stains, operating H&E autostainer, and operating instrumentation for immunohistochemical stains. Prepare precision cuts (sections) using a microtome, and stains according to established procedure for routine and special stains. Understand proper tissue handling to minimize cross contamination. Maintain stock of necessary reagents for all stains and processing utilized in the department. Maintain equipment, instruments, and cleanliness of working area. Assist with accession specimens, including assigning case numbers to pathology specimens, verifying specimen jars correspond to the pathology requisition. Assist in retrieving blocks and slides for review and filing slides and blocks Assist in data entry with the lab LIS system. Comply with all state, federal, CLIA, CAP, and other professional regulations as well as department rules, polices, and procedural manuals, including adherence to safety regulations. Comply with OSHA and regulatory requirements by following established procedures in order to maintain a safe laboratory environment and to meet all accreditation standards. The Must Haves: Meet Qualifications for CLIA High Complexity Testing Personnel (§ 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications) Have earned an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution or— At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either—

• 1) Twenty-four (24) semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or
• 2) Twenty-four (24) semester hours of science courses that include—
• i) Six (6) semester hours of chemistry
• ii) Six (6) semester hours of biology; and
• iii) Twelve (12) semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination