Histotech

Trinity Health MI; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,400 - 61,600; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health MI is seeking a full-time Histotech at their Ann Arbor Hospital. The role involves performing histological procedures, maintaining quality control, and collaborating with pathologists on specimen preparation. Qualified candidates should hold an Associates degree along with clinical experience in histology and certifications.

Working hours vary, with shifts available Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday. The position offers an hourly rate of $26.97 and opportunities for continual education.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required; may consider equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years histology experience preferred.
• Current HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform histology procedures for pathology specimens.
• Maintain quality control of lab equipment and processes.
• Coordinate with Pathologist for sample preparation.

Skills

Histology procedures

Tissue processing

Embedding

Microtomy

Special stains

Quality control

Education

Associates Degree in Science or Applied Science

HT or HTL ASCP certification

Tools

Microtomes

Cryostats

Automated staining equipment

Job description

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Mon-Fri 12pm-8:30pm OR Tues-Sat 8am-4:30pm

Job Title: Histotech

Department: Anatomic Pathology

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Status: Full time, 40 hours a week

Hourly Rate: $26.97

This is a state-of-the-art laboratory, operating twenty-four hours per day. The AP Lab performs over 75,000 cases per year and has on-site IHC and Molecular labs. It is accredited by CAP, JCAHO; certified by CLIA and registered with the FDA.

Education

• Associates Degree in Science or Applied Science (or equivalent) and completion of an accredited training program in Histotechnology.
• May consider two years histology work experience with an Associate degree in Science or a High School Diploma and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program.
• Qualified candidates must meet one or both of the first two requirements.
• Current HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred.

Experience

• 1-3 years histology experience preferred.

Position Purpose

Primary responsibilities include performing all necessary histology procedures pertaining to accessioning and the technical preparation of all pathology specimens. Additional responsibilities include performing a variety of special stain procedures, operating and maintaining automated staining and cover slip processes, tissue processors, microtomes, and cryostats. Prepares solutions and reagents for immunostaining according to established formulas, using analytical balance, pH meter, and other instruments. Functions with the Pathologist in preparing frozen section slides.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Verifies accuracy of patient information and samples submitted for examination.
• Responsible for accessioning and billing of cytology and surgical specimens through entering data into LIS computer application. Orders and prints labels and worklists.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining and coverslipping of surgical specimens using established quality control standards to ensure patient safety.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of a variety of special stains as requested by the Pathologist.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of immunohistochemical stains as requested by the Pathologist.
• Freezes, cuts and prepares rapid H&E-stained sections for frozen tissue microscopic examination, using established quality control standards to ensure patient safety.
• Checks stained slides against paraffin blocks and gross dictation to determine completeness of sections, using established quality control standards to ensure patient safety. Distributes slides and paperwork to pathologists.
• Performs quality control on histology equipment.
• Clean, stock, and perform quality control of the work areas.
• Safely work with lab chemicals including recycling, handling, and disposal.
• Maintains quality control and maintenance records within the pathology lab section under direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.
• Participates in the maintenance of the monthly pathology lab statistics.
• Files and/or pulls slides for slide conferences, old case review, etc.
• Files slides and blocks for appropriate storage.
• Participates in continuing education programs.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.