Histotech

Responsibilities

• Preparation of dermatology samples for pathology evaluation, including accessioning, grossing, fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining and specialized routine stains and Immunohistochemistry staining techniques
• Ensure operational compliance with the laboratory’s SOPs and Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal and CLIA regulations. Maintain appropriate standards to meet all licensing and regulatory requirements and uphold company policies and integrity.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions/procedures and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate histology processes and protocols, making changes as needed to ensure optimal quality, productivity, and consistency.
• Provide hands-on backup support for all areas of histology when staff is needed.
• Participates in all equipment QC including daily measurements, equipment maintenance, hazardous and biohazardous waste management as required.
• Performs advanced procedures such as special stains and/or IHC including quality control of stains.
• Demonstrates technical ability for special procedures such as Mohs and frozen sectioning if required.
• When required, perform the duties of the technical assistant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or associate degree in a chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution and HTL (ASCP), HT (ASCP), CLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP) certification is required.
• Immunohistochemistry experience preferred.
• Two years of related laboratory experience as a technician or technologist, preferably in a physician practice or ambulatory environment.

About the Role

Optima Dermatology is recruiting an experienced Full Time Histotechnologist or Histotechnician to join our growing Dermatology and Medical Aesthetics group in our Pathology Laboratory based in Portsmouth, NH.

Benefits

• Generous health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

About Optima Dermatology

At Optima Dermatology, our mission to revolutionize skin care is made possible by our world class team that is highly engaged, mission-driven, and inspired to set the new standard in dermatology. We are growing rapidly and looking for key team members who believe in our mission and want to make a difference in the lives of our patients. We foster a collaborative environment that is fun and hardworking and promise you will work alongside amazing colleagues you are proud to call your teammates.