Histology Technologist: Immunohistochemistry Specialist

US Digestive Health; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

US Digestive Health is seeking a Histotechnologist for their location in Exton, Pennsylvania. This role involves performing routine and complex histologic techniques to assist pathologists in diagnosing diseases.

Candidates must have at least 3 years of histology bench experience and relevant certifications. The successful applicant should demonstrate strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 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

• 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.
• Perform routine and special stains.
• Perform Immunohistochemistry procedures.
• Perform routine and high complexity testing.
• File paraffin blocks.
• Alert lead tech and supervisor of low inventory of supplies and reagents.
• Perform and document maintenance on equipment.
• Help troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Document quality issues.
• Communicate problems effectively.
• Read and follow all policies and procedures.
• Participate 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.
• Perform 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

Education

Histology Program Completion

Tools

HT

HTL

ASCP certification

Job description

US Digestive Health is seeking a Histotechnologist for their location in Exton, Pennsylvania. This role involves performing routine and complex histologic techniques to assist pathologists in diagnosing diseases.

Candidates must have at least 3 years of histology bench experience and relevant certifications. The successful applicant should demonstrate strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.