Histotechnologist

• Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques
• performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping
• Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures
• Ability to assess and make decisions for proper handling and processing of specimens with minimal or no guidance
• Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining
• Monitor technical aspects of the department, and is a resource for technical information
• Participates in the Performance Improvement program
• Performs quality control, preventative maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance
• Follows all accreditation and regulatory guidelines, demonstrating consistent adherence to national patient safety goals
• Stays abreast of new technology and methods in areas such as IHC and Histochemistry
• assists with implementation
• Able to multitask effectively and to work with limited or no supervision

• Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program
• Opt 2: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining
• Bachelor degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program
• Histotechnology certification, HTL, by American Society of Clinical Pathology

IHC experience preferred

• medical
• prescription drug
• dental
• vision plans
• life insurance
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• retirement plan benefit(s) including 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings