WakeMed
Histology Technician II
WakeMed, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
About WakeMed:Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.EOE
Position Information:The Histology Technician II assists the pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for pathological diagnosis by documenting the accession of specimens preparing the tissue for gross examination and description processing tissue blocks to provide slides of tissue for microscopic evaluation. Processes frozen sections biopsies and bone marrow biopsies and performs special stains as needed. Files tissue blocks and slides for reference and participates in training of personnel unfamiliar with any aspect histological technique andtheory. Prepares specimens for consultations and reference work. Performs routine maintenance and quality control on all laboratory equipment and assists in trouble-shooting problems which may arise with technical equipment or procedures.
Experience Requirements:2 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Required - Or 10 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Required - Or Equivalent Education Requirement
Education Required:High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - Or Equivalent Experience Or Certificate Histology Required - And Associate's Degree Science Preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements:Histotechnician Preferred
Hours of Work:as needed
Weekend Requirements:As Needed
Call Requirements:none
Position Information:The Histology Technician II assists the pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for pathological diagnosis by documenting the accession of specimens preparing the tissue for gross examination and description processing tissue blocks to provide slides of tissue for microscopic evaluation. Processes frozen sections biopsies and bone marrow biopsies and performs special stains as needed. Files tissue blocks and slides for reference and participates in training of personnel unfamiliar with any aspect histological technique andtheory. Prepares specimens for consultations and reference work. Performs routine maintenance and quality control on all laboratory equipment and assists in trouble-shooting problems which may arise with technical equipment or procedures.
Experience Requirements:2 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Required - Or 10 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Required - Or Equivalent Education Requirement
Education Required:High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - Or Equivalent Experience Or Certificate Histology Required - And Associate's Degree Science Preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements:Histotechnician Preferred
Hours of Work:as needed
Weekend Requirements:As Needed
Call Requirements:none