Histology Professionals (NAMSA Talent Building Community)

Job Description

Conduct general housekeeping of laboratory and clean slides.

Dispose of biohazards, glass, sharps and other materials appropriately.

Label slides and cassettes.

Change processors and stainers.

Bag/dispose of tissues for completed studies.

May perform tissue grossing for routine studies.

Prepares microscopic slides for research/diagnostic purposes; includes fixation, dehydration, infiltration, embedding, microtomy and mounting to include both paraffin and plastic processed tissues, in addition to frozen sectioning.

Performs and maintains proficiency in histochemical staining procedures and troubleshooting techniques.

Performs quality control procedures on all samples (slides, blocks, forms, etc.) to ensure accuracy and excellence.

May develop procedures for tissue handling.

Processes tissues appropriately for review by a pathologist.

May organize and participate in necropsies.

May perform photography and high-resolution x-ray imaging and film developing.

Maintains records according to good laboratory practices.

Captures and coordinates the shipping of all pathology related specimens, including slides, blocks, and wet tissues, to the appropriate designated facility.

May perform tissue trimming according to established guidelines.

Maintains proficiency in all appropriate designated departmental SOPs with knowledge of lab processes.

Maintains a clean, GLP-compliant lab and ensures all logbooks are reviewed and correct, and maintains laboratory equipment according to applicable SOPs.

Performs calibration or validation activities applicable to specialized equipment.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Technical Competencies

• HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred.
• Two years histology experience required, with one year experience with plastic procedures preferred.
• Associate’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences or related discipline, with a degree in histology, or curriculum that includes hands-on histology techniques is preferred.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to sharp objects, toxic or caustic chemicals, and a variety of livestock, domestic and laboratory animals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fluoroscopy and biohazards such as blood borne pathogens and zoonotic diseases.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Pay Range

• Minimum: $37,000.00
• Target: $54,000.00
• Frequency: Annual