Tissue Processing Specialist

7 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Johns Hopkins University Full time
Position Overview:
We are in search of a Tissue Processing Specialist. This role demands a high level of technical skill and accountability in managing sensitive specimens. The ideal candidate must exhibit proficiency in all related tasks, including expertise in tissue processing, systematic organization of slides, and effectiveness in managing the inventory of supplies and reagents. Contributing to ongoing growth and quality enhancement initiatives is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Handle tissue processing within the Mohs Dermatologic Surgery and Dermatopathology departments.
  • Occasional travel to various clinic locations may be required to provide histotechnician support for Mohs surgeons.
  • Prepare instruments for use with both frozen and fixed specimens (including setting up the water bath, stainer, cover slipper, and other necessary tools).
  • Embed tissue samples and section frozen/paraffin blocks.
  • Perform gross examination of fresh tissue specimens.
  • Prepare and stain slides, assess staining adequacy, label, and distribute slides accordingly.
  • Recut blocks as requested by the Mohs surgeon or dermatopathology attending.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the embedding center and stainer in accordance with credentialing standards.
  • Retrieve slides and blocks from storage as needed; adjust frozen section stains (including reagent preparation and special stains).
  • Assist in training and onboarding new laboratory personnel.
  • Oversee mandatory health and safety training for divisional staff, ensuring compliance and attendance at training sessions.
  • Ensure all laboratory personnel are aware of the annual National Patient Safety Goals, particularly those relevant to Laboratory Services.
  • Engage in quality assurance initiatives.
  • Maintain documentation for quality assurance and report any QA issues to supervising physicians.
  • Participate in organization-wide continuous quality improvement efforts, safety and disaster preparedness activities, and other QA initiatives.
  • Attend ongoing education and required training sessions.
  • Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Histology, or a related discipline.
  • At least 1 year of laboratory experience in histology.
  • An Associate Degree from an accredited Histotechnology certification program may be considered with 3 years of histology laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a Mohs surgical environment.
  • HT (ASCP) certification.
  • Familiarity with laboratory instruments and equipment.

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