Senior Histotechnician

Senior Histotechnician

The Senior Histotechnician will be responsible and lead operation and consistent accuracy throughout the processing of tissue sections or staining in the histo-lab; while demonstrating efficient work habits and flexibility.

Essential Functions of the Job Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Process sections of body tissue by accessioning, frozen section, assist with grossing, fixation, dehydration, embedding, microtomy, decalcification, coverslipping, routine HE staining, special staining, and immunohistochemistry
• Prepare tissue specimens for both immediate and routine microscopic examination and evaluation
• Be able to independently run HE stainer, embedding system, microtom and tissue processor, auto scanners, bondrx Lecia auto-stainer
• Identify tissue structures and their staining characteristics
• Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits
• Organize work and activities to achieve maximum productivity
• Work with supervisor to generate SOP, validation plan and report.
• Capable to design IHC project with scientist together, and lead the sample process and managing project
• Work as a point of contact to interact with external pathologists or pathology service labs
• Work close with scientist and technologists from the general lab, and be able to provide a train them if needed
• Responsible for taking care internal histo-service request and working with data accessioning team to complete the tasks
• Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with laboratory personnel and staff at all levels
• Maintain a safe working environment, compliant with established policies and procedures of regulatory agencies, and responds positively to necessary changes in the workplace
• Demonstrate the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and independently choose appropriate course of action
• Comply with organization and department policies and procedures, participate in programs and activities to achieve the mission of the laboratory and assume responsibility for professional growth and development
• Responsible compliance with all OSHA, CAP, safety, and HIPAA regulations
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• BA/BS in Biology and 5 years of related experience, prefer Histologist (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certified by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) or HT certification for mini- 5 years

Other Required:

• Visual acuity and above average dexterity
• At times may come in contact with viral and bacterial infections, exposure to blood borne pathogens and occasional exposure to toxic substances
• Capable of a moderate amount of walking, standing, and/or sitting
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, minimum lifting (no more than 20 lbs.), bending, stooping, normal or corrected visual, hearing and good manual dexterity are required
• Ability to lift or carry no more than 20 pounds or pull or push no more than 50 pounds
• Ability to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.