Histotechnologist 1 - Immunology and Histocompatibility Laboratory

Histotechnologist

The University of Miami/UHealth Laboratories Department has an exciting opportunity for a Histotechnologist to work in Miami, FL.

The Histotechnologist (H) performs a wide variety of routine and complex procedures to prepare and analyze tissues in support of clinical trials research. The Histotechnologist (H) performs routine and complex analysis of patient specimens according to standard operating procedures.

Core Job Functions

• Prepares and cuts histological sections of good quality for morphological and immunohistochemical analyses.
• Evaluates specimen acceptability upon receipt and during the review of analysis results.
• Performs secondary review of patient results to ensure accuracy of primary result entry.
• Assists with gross examination and maintains an accurate log of specimens.
• Answers questions and resolves problems pertaining to test requisitions.
• Performs a variety of specialized chemical and immunohistochemical stains using appropriate controls.
• Maintains records of prepared specimens by labeling stained and finished slides.
• Examines sample and stained slides with microscope to ascertain results.
• Prepares solution and reagents in accordance with standard procedures.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and ensures tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

Education:

Associate's degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

FL Department of Health Valid license.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff