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Histotechnician

1 month ago

Rosemont, Illinois, United States Advocate Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Histotechnician to join our team at Advocate Health. As a Histotechnician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of histology specimens.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accurately accession, label, and prepare specimens for testing
  • Cut high-quality tissue sections with precise thickness and place them on glass slides
  • Embed tissue into paraffin blocks and maintain a well-organized filing system
  • Process tissue using processors to ensure optimal preservation and infiltration
  • Perform routine and special stains, immunohistochemistry, cover slipping, verification, and distribution of slides
  • Manage daily workflow for recuts, special stains, immunohistochemistry, control slides, and send-outs according to established protocols
  • Evaluate quality control results and take corrective action under the guidance of key operators, technical specialists, or supervisor
  • Perform and document cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instruments and equipment
  • Assist pathologists during frozen section procedures
  • Ensure compliance with all accrediting agency standards
Requirements
  • Advanced training beyond high school in a science-related field
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Knowledge of human anatomy
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Able to safely handle sharp instruments
Working Conditions
  • Sits and stands for extended periods, with frequent walking, lifting, and bending
  • May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive, and infectious agents
  • Will be exposed to human blood, body fluids, and tissue
  • Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns, and eye and face protection as needed

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.