Histotechnician I - Histology Lab

Histology Technician
The Histology Technician is responsible for preparing slides from tissue samples for the pathologist to review. They are also responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner while maintaining proper accurate records of all tests done in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Shift: Monday – Friday 12:00 am-8:30 am
Essential Functions

Daily cleaning and set up of work area to include instruments, waterbath, microtome, and workbench
Paraffin embedding of routine Anatomic Pathology tissue specimens.
Ability to produce quality sections of all paraffin embedded routine Anatomic Pathology tissue specimens cutting of all "levels", "recuts", "re-embeds" and stains
Basic understanding of the H&E stain
Ability to check "H&E" control for stain quality
Daily maintenance of the Prisma stainer and coverslipper
Retrieving correct tissue blocks and slides from storage areas
Maintain special stain control bank and cutting control blocks as needed
Ability to troubleshoot Prisma stainer issues
Basic understanding of Histology special stains and the tissue components they stain for, use of appropriate controls.
Job Requirements and Skills

• 2 - 4 years of Histology experience
• Preferred ASCP HT Certification
• Associate's degree in biology or related field (Preferred)
• Intermediate computer skills
• Strong communication skills, verbally and written.
• Manual Dexterity and strong attention to detail

• The compensation is $47,840 – $62,400 annually paid semi-monthly on an eight (8) hour per day, forty (40) hour per week. Final salary offer subject to multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, geographic location of the role, and current market data.
• 401(k) includes an employer match up to 4%
• Robust health plans including dental, vision, life, and mental health support.
• Offer generous annual vacation and sick time.
• 10 paid holidays
• Annual scrub allowance for Lab roles