Histology Technician: Hands-On Tissue Slides & Blocks

Mymlc; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mymlc is seeking a Histotechnician (non-certified) to prepare cytology and pathology slides under supervision. You will maintain records, monitor reagents, and assist pathologists with specimen processing in an on-site lab.

Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, labeling, and preparing blocks and slides; entering patient data; managing supplies; and assisting with send-outs. Requirements include a HS diploma and biology/chemistry coursework within 8 years, with 1 year of lab experience

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 12 hours of college Biology and Chemistry within the past 8 years.
• 1 year laboratory experience required.
• 2 years histology clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Histotechnician HT or Histotechnologist HTL certification required within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Embed, section, make cassettes and label tissues for examination by the Pathologist.
• Perform computer operations to enter patient information, charges, tests and diagnoses.
• Prepare and maintain cytology/pathology blocks, slide stains and reagents.
• Inventory, order, and stock supplies for the area and frozen section room.
• Keep the area clean and orderly.
• Take telephone calls and prepare specimens for send out.
• Complete competence listing as given by department lead.
• Maintain files of tissue blocks and slides.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Histology

Laboratory skills

Education

High School Diploma

Biology & Chemistry college credits 12 hours

Job description

Mymlc is seeking a Histotechnician (non-certified) to prepare cytology and pathology slides under supervision. You will maintain records, monitor reagents, and assist pathologists with specimen processing in an on-site lab.

Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, labeling, and preparing blocks and slides; entering patient data; managing supplies; and assisting with send-outs. Requirements include a HS diploma and biology/chemistry coursework within 8 years, with 1 year of lab experience