Job Summary:
Processes surgical and autopsy specimens. Prepares microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes. Performs diagnostic testing including special stains and Immunohistochemistry. Examines slides microscopically to ensure preparation meets laboratory quality requirements.
Position Responsibilities
Embeds tissue samples in paraffin correctly identifying type of tissue as well as normal and abnormal tissue components.
Cuts tissue in ultra thin sections modifying technique based on tissue type.
Performs routine, special and Immunohistochemical staining procedures. Understands the basic principles of immunology as they relate to problem solving and unexpected test results
Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special processing, selects correct protocol based on physician orders. Correlates laboratory tests to disease processes and understands basic physiology required to recognize appropriate test selection.
Performs, reviews, and documents quality control according to established policies and procedures. Evaluates data and investigates problems. Takes corrective action according to predetermined criteria or refers problem to the appropriate manager.
Position Qualifications Required:
Required Experience: Minimum of externship in a CLIA laboratory.
Required Education: Minimum of bachelor's degree in Histology, laboratory science, biological or chemical science or other relevant field.
Training / Certification / Licensure: Valid certification as a Histotechnologist (HLT) or equivalent (HEW), or meets CLIA '88 educational requirements for high complexity testing.
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