Histotechnologist III

2 weeks ago

Baltimore, United States University of Maryland Medical System Full time

Job Description

Overview

Under direct supervision from anatomical pathology management, performs all aspects of routine histology to prepare patient tissue samples for the Pathologist to perform microscopic examination to render a diagnosis.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Processes surgical specimens by loading, unloading and programming the tissue processors.
  2. Embeds tissue samples according to department specific protocols with proper orientation.
  3. Prepares quality slides following departmental microtomy protocols.
  4. Performs routine H&E and Special Staining, performed both automated and manually.
  5. Accurately accessions specimens into Laboratory Information System.
  6. Performs frozen sections as needed.
  7. Uses and maintains laboratory equipment, not limited to, but including: tissue processors, stainers, coverslippers, microtomes, computers and printers.
  8. Completes microscopic quality control review of slides.
  9. Performs ancillary tasks such as filing, cleaning and maintaining inventory of supplies.
  10. Monitors pending work, resolves specimen issues and trouble shoots laboratory equipment.
  11. Maintains equipment and temperature quality control logs.
  12. Assists in training new team members and students as needed.
  13. Prepares cases for send out to reference labs for specialized testing.
  14. Maintains the tissue control inventory for special stains and immunohistochemistry.
  15. Oversees the service, preventative maintenance and calibration schedules of laboratory equipment.
  16. Performs additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must satisfy one (1) of the following ASCP Histotechnician eligibility routes:

  • Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program within the last five years.

  • An Associate’s Degree with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the associate's degree.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a laboratory setting. Experience as a histotechnician or histology lab assistant is preferred. Has basic knowledge of theory and concept of immunohistochemistry.

Certification: HT/HTL (ASCP) certificate or eligible for certification preferred.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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