Histology Technician II

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Histology Technician II to support pathologists by preparing tissue specimens, documenting accessioning, processing blocks and slides for microscopic evaluation. The role includes handling frozen sections, biopsies and special stains while maintaining equipment and quality control.

Licensure as Histotechnician is preferred; a High School Diploma or equivalent with histology certificate is required, and an Associate's Degree in Science is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; histology certificate preferred.
• Histology certificate required; associate degree in science preferred.
• Minimum 2 years clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens and document accessioning.
• Process tissue blocks and slides for microscopic evaluation; perform special stains as needed.
• Handle frozen sections and biopsies; prepare specimens for gross examination and consultations.
• File tissues and slides; maintain quality control on laboratory equipment.
• Assist in training personnel in histological techniques.

Skills

Documentation

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Training

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Histology Certificate Required

Associate's Degree in Science Preferred

Job description

Overview

The Histology Technician II assists the pathologists in preparing tissue specimens for pathological diagnosis by documenting the accession of specimens, preparing the tissue for gross examination and description, processing tissue blocks to provide slides of tissue for microscopic evaluation. Processes frozen sections, biopsies, and bone marrow biopsies and performs special stains as needed. Files tissue blocks and slides for reference and participates in training of personnel unfamiliar with any aspect histological technique andtheory. Prepares specimens for consultations and reference work. Performs routine maintenance and quality control on all laboratory equipment and assists in trouble-shooting problems which may arise with technical equipment or procedures.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Histotechnician Preferred

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Certificate Histology Required Associate's Degree Science Preferred

Experience

2 Years Clinical - Clinical Laboratory Preferred