Histotechnologist Clinical PRN

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the aim of changing the world through expertise, knowledge expansion, and unique contributions. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where individuality is celebrated.

About the role

Prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examinations and handles specialized histo- and immunocyto-chemistry testing within the Department of Anatomic Pathology under occasional guidance. Maintains adequate quality control data and processes specimens for molecular testing. Troubleshoots processes as needed and is responsible for high-volume workload and stat requests.

Responsibilities

• Completes daily workload as assigned, including embedding, cutting, staining (histo and immunocytochemical procedures), and any specific procedures requested by pathologists to support patient diagnosis.
• Performs and documents instrument maintenance; maintains records relating to quality control and other functions.
• Trains and provides direction/support to Histotechnologists and Histotechnicians.
• Grossly identifies tissue for adequacy in the operating room, communicates with Attending/Fellow, divides core, and places in appropriate fixatives.

Technical Capabilities

• Equipment Maintenance (Novice): Demonstrates ability to maintain equipment, products, or systems in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Ensures parts inventory is sufficient.
• Diagnostic Testing (Novice): Proficient in diagnostic testing with the capability to deliver successful results.
• Mentoring & Coaching (Novice): Trains and mentors others by providing positive direction and feedback, removing roadblocks to success.
• Quality Assurance (Novice): Participates in continuous analysis and evaluation of work processes, contributing creative solutions for improvement.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Histotechnician or Histotechnologist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
• Work Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree.

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance well-being and professional growth.