TalentBurst
Histotechnician / Histotechnologist
TalentBurst, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609
The Histotechnologist works with general direction from supervisory personnel. Responsibilities include performing technical histology tasks and procedures to include tissue embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, equipment preventative maintenance, quality control, inventory, accessioning, slide scanning, and other histology related duties.
Primary Responsibilities
Performs the duties of a histotechnologist for a specific area/section of the laboratory or rotates in all sections/areas as needed.Prepares tissue obtained from surgical and autopsy sources, as directed, by processing in tissue processors; embeds in paraffin; cuts sections by microtome; mounts on slide; identifies by number; stains by Hematoxylin and Eosin, or appropriate stains; dehydrates; and clears and coverslips using standard procedures.Performs procedures as required following outlines in procedure manuals, with minimal supervision.Ability to work independently within a team and strong attention to detail.Assures proper functioning, maintenance, and cleanliness of equipment and work area.Maintains all required records, logs, charts, and files.Prepares various required solutions as necessary following standard formulas and measurements; troubleshoots methods, procedures, and instruments as needed according to departmental procedures.Monitors and maintains adequate inventory for daily testing routine.Performs quality control using established protocols.Performs other duties as required or as directed.Qualifications/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent is required.Histotechnician: Associate Degree or successful completion of certified program for laboratory accredited by CAHEA/NAACLS AND HT (ASCP).Histotechnologist: Bachelor of Science degree and certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or at minimum must have 60 college credits to include twelve science credits (six chemistry; six biology).One year of laboratory training or experience.Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
Primary Responsibilities
Performs the duties of a histotechnologist for a specific area/section of the laboratory or rotates in all sections/areas as needed.Prepares tissue obtained from surgical and autopsy sources, as directed, by processing in tissue processors; embeds in paraffin; cuts sections by microtome; mounts on slide; identifies by number; stains by Hematoxylin and Eosin, or appropriate stains; dehydrates; and clears and coverslips using standard procedures.Performs procedures as required following outlines in procedure manuals, with minimal supervision.Ability to work independently within a team and strong attention to detail.Assures proper functioning, maintenance, and cleanliness of equipment and work area.Maintains all required records, logs, charts, and files.Prepares various required solutions as necessary following standard formulas and measurements; troubleshoots methods, procedures, and instruments as needed according to departmental procedures.Monitors and maintains adequate inventory for daily testing routine.Performs quality control using established protocols.Performs other duties as required or as directed.Qualifications/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent is required.Histotechnician: Associate Degree or successful completion of certified program for laboratory accredited by CAHEA/NAACLS AND HT (ASCP).Histotechnologist: Bachelor of Science degree and certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or at minimum must have 60 college credits to include twelve science credits (six chemistry; six biology).One year of laboratory training or experience.Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.