Histology Technician - Histotech
Performs the processing, embedding, cutting, and staining of tissue specimens though procedural standards that assures the accuracy, timeliness and quality control of results.
Schedule for this position: 32 hours per week, Monday - Friday 2:30am to 9:30am
Minimum pay rate is $32.25.
Actual rate dependent on professional qualifications and experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparing Slides
* Verifies sample identification.
* Processes specimen according to established histology procedure.
* Performs embedding of tissue samples.
* Performs microtomy of tissue blocks to produce high quality tissue sections.
* Performs routine H&E staining, IHC and special staining procedures.
* Prepares correct reagents and solutions utilized in procedure.
Quality Control and Maintenance
* Follows quality control procedures and maintains records.
Documents and notifies lab manager of any problems.
* Cleans and performs daily and/or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Documents those tasks and reports repairs to lab manager.
* Troubleshooting instrument and procedure problems with appropriate documentation, consulting instrument manufacture or lab manager, if necessary.
* Cleans and disinfects work area and properly disposes of bio-hazardous material as needed and at least on a daily basis.
* Inventories reagents and tool parts to ensure adequate supplies for the work.
Notifies lab manager in a timely manner of supply shortages or of expiring reagents.
* Accurately files paraffin blocks and slides for efficient retrieval.
* Prints out appropriate work list and reconcile any discrepancies at the beginning and end of day.
* Performs special technical and other duties as assigned.
* Adheres to established safety protocols and observes universal precautions in all phases of laboratory testing.
* Assist in updating departmental procedure manuals.
* Assist in writing procedures for laboratory conforming to NCCLS guidelines.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Able to consistently demonstrate essential clinical competencies for this role and license/certification.
* Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g.
face mask, goggles, gloves) as needed.
* Excellent understanding of Histology techniques.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to interact effectively coworkers, lab manager, and pathologists.
* Ability to work independently while functioning as a team member.
* Ability to organize and prioritize workflow independently.
* Ability to multi-task while focusing on minute details.
Excellent follow-through on all tasks required.
* Critical thinking skills required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
* Graduate of an accredited Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) program preferred.
* HT (ASCP) or HLT (ASCP) certification preferred.
* If not HT or HTL certified, must have ...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Vancouver, US-WA
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Finance
- Recruiter: Vancouver Clinic
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: REQ0010723
- Posted: 2024-05-30 08:09:42 -
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