Histology Technologist at US Digestive Health

Exton, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enzyme Histochemistry, Immunohistochemistry, In-situ Hybridization, Immunofluorescence, Tissue Embedding, Special Stains, Equipment Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Computer Skills, Attention To Detail, Professional Communication, Multi-tasking, Organizational Skills

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Right-to-know Use of hazardous chemicals: DAB, formalin, alcohol, and xylene. Job Description: Performs both routine and complex histologic techniques such as enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization, and immunofluorescence on tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist to diagnose disease. Must be knowledgeable in the areas of pathology, management, education, and regulations that impact the field of histotechnology Job Responsibilities: Perform all duties of the technical assistant as necessary, including accessioning Gross patient tissue according to protocol Carefully and efficiently embed tissue according to protocol. Produce diagnostically optimal sections at an acceptable rate Performs routine and special stains. • Performs Immunohistochemistry procedures Performs routine and high complexity testing File paraffin blocks. Alert lead tech and supervisor of low inventory of supplies and reagents Performs and documents maintenance on equipment Helps troubleshoot equipment issues. Document quality issues Communicate problems effectively Read and follow all policies and procedures Participates in quality assurance activities. Read emails and respond accordingly. Engage with everyone in a respectful and professional manner Demonstrate teamwork by assisting others when possible Performs other duties when assigned Evaluate test controls and help troubleshoot problems Help maintain a clean and safe work environment. Skills Intermediate computer skills Strong attention to detail Effective and professional communication Ability to multi-task Excellent organizational skills Certifications: HT, HTL, ASCP Licenses: N/A Physical Demands: Ability to lift 50lbs Walking – frequently Standing frequently Sitting – occasionally Pushing -frequently Pulling – occasionally Carrying – frequently Stooping – occasionally Crawling – N/A Requirements Histology Program Completion 3 years of histology bench experience performing high complexity testing minimum 3 years of histology bench experience performing high complexity testing and ASCP certification preferred

Responsibilities

Performs routine and complex histologic techniques on tissue samples to assist pathologists in diagnosing diseases. Responsibilities include accessioning, embedding, sectioning, and performing various stains and immunohistochemistry procedures.