Histotechnician II

Histotechnician IIDuration:

3+ months

Location:

900 S Caton Ave.,

Baltimore, MDSchedule:

Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM-1:30 PM

Requirements:

• TB
• RMMR
• T-DAP
• Flu

Varicella Description Summary:

The Histotechnician will perform all routine and special paraffin histotechnology duties in a state-of-the-art, CAP-certified pathology laboratory. Under the guidance of a Senior or Lead Histotechnologist, the Histotechnician will provide high-quality diagnostic material within established turnaround times. Position Responsibilities

• Embed, cut, stain, and perform other tasks required to process tissue in the Immunohistochemistry laboratory.
• Perform accurate gross descriptions on tissue samples.
• Perform quality control procedures established for each method and maintain accurate records.
• Operate all instruments/equipment according to accepted written procedures and recognize and identify instrument/equipment problems.
• Meet acceptable turnaround time and productivity standards for the section.
• Recognize testing errors, discrepancies, or problems and notify appropriate personnel; assist in problem resolution.
• Record, transcribe, and maintain records of patient test results according to protocol.
• Assist other personnel with identifying and analyzing inconsistent and abnormal results.
• Review the accuracy and completeness of results prior to releasing them in the Laboratory Information System.
• Complete routine and STAT testing within acceptable turnaround time guidelines. Required Qualifications
• Associate degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science.
• Formal training in Histology from an accredited program (720 hours).
• State licensure, w applicable. (CA, FL, and NY require licensing.)
• Meet CLIA personnel standard criteria.
• Skills in microtomy, grossing, processing, embedding, cutting, and routine special staining techniques.
• 2-4 years of experience. Applicant Notices & Disclaimers
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