Registered Histotechnician

Registered Histotechnician Precision Medicine Group - 3.3 Winston-Salem, NC Job Details 6 hours ago

Qualifications English Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Registered Histotechnician will be responsible for consistent accuracy throughout the processing of tissue sections; while demonstrating efficient work habits and flexibility. Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to: Project quality control monitoring, slide printing, cassette printing Qualified for grossing tasks Experience loading, changing, cleaning, and troubleshooting tissue processors Spawning, trimming, and embedding tissue Perform routine H&E staining followed by glass/film coverslipping TMA creation, both manually and automated Strong microtomy experience-various thickness per project requirements, ability to obtain curls at various thickness, TMA sectioning

IHC Experience:

various platforms (Dako Autostainer, Dako Omnis, Leica BOND III, and Ventana BenchMark ULTRA), validations, assay transfer, assay development, concentrations/dilutions Pipetting Digital slide scanning, quality control of images Verify control slides by identifying tissue structures and their staining characteristics Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits Routine equipment cleaning/maintenance tasks Organize work and activities to achieve maximum productivity 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, CLIA, CAP, safety, and HIPAA regulations Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

BA/BS degree and 0-2+ years of related experience Histologist (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certified by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) or HT certification eligible with certification obtained within 6 months of hire

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

Preferred:

Associate degree or graduate of a certified Histology program or equivalent preferred Any data provided as a part of this application will be stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy. For CA applicants, please also refer to our CA Privacy Notice. 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. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Precision Medicine Group at . It has come to our attention that some individuals or organizations are reaching out to job seekers and posing as potential employers presenting enticing employment offers. We want to emphasize that these offers are not associated with our company and may be fraudulent in nature. Please note that our organization will not extend a job offer without prior communication with our recruiting team, hiring managers and a formal interview process.