Jobs · OTHR · Maryland

Histopathology Technologists - Signing Bonus

RWD Consulting, LLC · Silver Spring, MD · 1 wk ago
OTHRFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Carries out all processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining procedures related to histopathology specimen handling.
  • Operates and maintains processors, embedding stations, automated strainers, microtome, cryostats, and other laboratory equipment.
  • Cuts sections of high quality using microtomy and cryotomy techniques.
  • Sets up technical procedures and ensures the accuracy of all details required for processing frozen and paraffin sections or touch preparations.
  • Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of fixation, dehydration, and infiltration processes.
  • Performs microtomy and slide preparation for routine histology, special stains, immunohistochemistry, and genetic studies.
  • Handles decalcification of bone samples using various acids and combinations.
  • Executes special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures, including manual and automated methods.
  • Maintains equipment, performs quality control reviews, and manages chemical and antibody inventories.
  • Keeps accurate records and files tissue blocks and slides.
  • Repairs broken and damaged slides.

Qualifications

  • Minimum five (5) years’ work experience in a histology laboratory.
  • Current certification for HT through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of tissue morphology, embedding, sectioning, and staining reactions.
  • Basic computer knowledge.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • Short and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match

Pay

$85,000.00 - $1,500 signing bonus

Schedule

Shift: 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm

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