Histologic Assistant

NALHE; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NALHE is seeking a skilled professional in Honolulu, Hawaii, to prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis. The successful candidate will handle various tasks including fixing, embedding, sectioning, and staining tissues, ensuring that all procedures align with established protocols.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail as it involves the careful handling of surgical and diagnostic specimens. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in tissue processing techniques and maintain high standards in laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Receive, record, and accession specimens of tissues.
• Fix tissues in solutions for prescribed time.
• Dehydrate tissue sections by immersion in alcohol baths.
• Impregnate sections with paraffin and embed tissues for sectioning.
• Cut and stain thin sections of specimens.
• Examine stained slides to ensure satisfactory results.
• Prepare and maintain needed solutions and reagents.

Job description

Job Summary:

Prepares tissue specimens by treating with chemicals, slicing, mounting on glass slides and staining for microscopic examination and analysis by Pathologist.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Receives, records, and accessions specimens of tissues from surgical or diagnostic cases and from autopsies.
• Fixes tissues in fixing solutions for prescribed length of time.
• Dehydrates tissue sections by immersion in alcohol baths.
• Impregnates sections with paraffin. Dehydrates, clears, and impregnates tissue using automated tissue processor as necessary. Imbeds tissues in paraffin for sectioning.
• Cuts and stains thin sections of specimens. Mounts and labels stained specimens on microscope slides.
• Performs variety of duties including tissue fixation techniques, processing, embedding, sectioning, and routine staining.
• Examines sample of stained slides with microscope to ascertain that results are satisfactory.
• Follows established procedures for handling and processing slides.
• Prepares and maintains needed solutions and reagents.