Histotechnologist I - Immunodermatology Laboratory

Job Summary

Responsibilities

Requirements

Educational Qualifications

Preferences

Special Instructions

Histotechnologist I Perform complex activities in the preparation of tissue for microscopic examination for the Dermatopathology Laboratory. Place tissues in fixative solution to stabilize and prevent decay. Section sample blocks with a microtome. Select stain and staining procedure to highlight the feature of interest. Position-Specific information: 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. Performs special staining and complex procedures necessary in preparing specimens of human or animal tissue for diagnoses. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy.

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)

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree
• This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track

Educational Qualifications

• HistoTechnologist I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree
• Meets CLIA minimum education requirements:
• Meet one of the following:
• 1. Associate degree in chemical or biological science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution
• 2. Have education equivalence to:
• a. 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 chemistry
• 6 semester hours of biology
• And
• 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination

Preferences

• Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree
• Meets CLIA minimum education requirements:
• Meet one of the following:
• 1. Associate degree in chemical or biological science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution
• 2. Have education equivalence to:
• a. 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 chemistry
• 6 semester hours of biology
• And
• 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination