What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histotechnologist position at Careers Integrated Resources Inc?
Job Title: Histotechnologist
Job Location: Pompano Beach, FL
Job Duration: 2 Months (Possibilities of Extension)
Shift: Tues - Sat 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM.
Job Description:
Job Location: Pompano Beach, FL
Job Duration: 2 Months (Possibilities of Extension)
Shift: Tues - Sat 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM.
Job Description:
- Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
- Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities of a Histo-technician I and II.
- Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
- Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
- Ensure proper tissue processing. Embed processed tissue in paraffin.
- Perform microtomy of embedded tissue. Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
- Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated. Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
- Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains.
- Perform all special stain procedures.
- May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
- May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.
- May perform IHC testing.
- Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures.
- Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
- Provide training and guidance to Histo-technicians, students and lab aides.
- Adhere to laboratoryA1⁄2A1⁄2s quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
- Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
- Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
- Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
- Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
- Previous histotech background required.
- BS, ASCP HT
