Histology Technician
1 month ago
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
All Medical Personnel
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Histology Technician to join our team at All Medical Personnel. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing tissue samples, performing gross descriptions, and maintaining accurate records.
Key Responsibilities- Embeds, cuts, and stains tissue samples in the Immunohistochemistry laboratory.
- Performs accurate gross descriptions on tissue samples.
- Conducts quality control procedures and maintains accurate records.
- Operates laboratory instruments and equipment according to established procedures.
- Meets turnaround time and productivity standards for the section.
- Recognizes testing errors and notifies appropriate personnel.
- Records, transcribes, and maintains patient test results according to protocol.
- Assists in identifying and analyzing inconsistent and abnormal results.
- Reviews accuracy and completeness of results prior to releasing in the Laboratory Information System.
- Associate degree in medical technology, chemistry, biology, or related life science.
- Formal training in Histology from an accredited program (720 hours).
- State licensure, where applicable (CA, FL, NY require licensing).
- Meets CLIA personnel standard criteria.
- Experience with IHC, specialty staining.
- Skills in microtomy, grossing, processing, embedding, cutting, and routine special staining techniques.