Histotechnologist I - Immunodermatology Laboratory

Job Summary

The Immunodermatology Laboratory, a clinical diagnostic laboratory, seeks a highly motivated individual to join the team. Focus, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are critical to the job performance. This individual must be able to work efficiently and consistently with good manual dexterity and visual perception skills. The individual also must recognize and troubleshoot problems that may develop. The position involves handling various tissue specimens, cutting for microscopic analyses, and performing different immunoassays as well as supporting tasks for the testing, reporting, laboratory functions and transmission of results.

Responsibilities

• Processing and proper handling of all specimens received in laboratory in preparation for pathologist review and diagnosis
• Responsible for appropriately performing testing, including, but not limited to routine, special, immunohistochemical, and/or immunofluorescence stains
• Prepares stains, reagents, and solutions in accordance with laboratory standard written procedures
• Performs microtomy to render quality sections for diagnoses
• Responsible for labeling, entering, and tracking specimens and slides in the LIS (Laboratory Information System)
• Be familiar and adhere to all laboratory policies, procedures, and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Maintains laboratory work areas by performing preventative maintenance on instruments and equipment as well as keeping work area clean and organized
• Adheres to the University PROMISE Standards
• Adheres to HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) guidelines and patient confidentiality
• Adheres to all laboratory safety protocols as outlined in the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan, including, but not limited to, wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and proper handling and disposal of biological waste, sharps, and chemicals
• Adheres to all compliance, inspections, and operational procedures from accrediting agencies, CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) and CAP (College of American Pathologists)

Qualifications

• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
• HistoTechnologist, I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
• Preferences Meets CLIA Minimum Education Requirements Meet one of the following: Associate degree in chemical or biological science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR Have education equivalence to: At least 60 semester hours from an accredited institution consisting of either:24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses OR 24 semester hours of science courses that include:6 semester hours of chemistry6 semester hours of biology And 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination