Histology Technologist: Tissue Processing & Stains Specialist

Danbury Hospital; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Danbury Hospital is seeking a Histotechnologist to accurately fix, embed, cut, and stain tissue for pathologist interpretation and diagnosis. The role emphasizes quality technical and customer service for all stakeholders.

Responsibilities include accessioning, labeling, embedding, sectioning, staining, and standard QC procedures, with training and compliance responsibilities in a hospital laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate Degree
• Minimum Experience: one year
• Desired: Histotechnologist certification preferred or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality technical and customer service to all customers in compliance with the expectations set by the organization.
• Performs computer accessioning and proper specimen labeling, insuring specimen integrity.
• Assists Pathology Residents and Pathologists as needed in Frozen Section & Gross Room as needed.
• Performs routine Histology procedures necessary to prepare slides for examination by Pathologists, including embedding, cutting, mounting, and staining.
• Performs special stains in accordance to quality standards.
• Initiates work procedures and performs all quality control, instrument maintenance & documentation required by accrediting agencies.
• Communicates effectively and appropriately with coworkers, pathology residents & pathologists to assure the quality & integrity of the service.
• Maintain a safe environment for one's self and coworkers to comply with all regulatory agencies & with hospital's & Laboratory's Safety Programs.
• Assists in maintaining section's inventory to ensure proper levels of reagents, controls and disposables.
• Participates in Laboratory Performance Improvement Program.
• Teaches and trains new employees, students and Pathology Residents.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Histotechnologist certification

Job description

Danbury Hospital is seeking a Histotechnologist to accurately fix, embed, cut, and stain tissue for pathologist interpretation and diagnosis. The role emphasizes quality technical and customer service for all stakeholders.

Responsibilities include accessioning, labeling, embedding, sectioning, staining, and standard QC procedures, with training and compliance responsibilities in a hospital laboratory setting.