Job description
- Process human tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for microscopic exam
- Perform technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides of surgical specimens
- Use of immunohistochemistry (IHC) and immunofluorescence (IF) assays to test reagents.
- Section the embedded tissue, using a microtome and mount the section properly on a microscope slide
- Reviews and applies applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Perform various immunohistochemical tests on formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue sections
- Process mounted sections through routine and special staining procedures
- Properly orient and embed surgical tissue specimens
- Prepare the stains and reagents needed for special procedures
- Operate under a quality management system (QMS) with proper record-keeping and compliance
- Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
- Operate and maintain manual and automated instruments
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, analysis and reporting
- Document problems that may affect test performance and perform corrective actions as needed
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a Life Science and/or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
- Familiarity with routine histology procedures and equipment
- ASCP certification HT, HTL and IHC (Eligible)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person