Histotechnician

PathGroup; Coppell (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup in Coppell, TX is seeking a Histotechnician to perform embedding, sectioning, staining, and case management of daily slides. The role includes special stains and IHC procedures, with emphasis on QC and safety. On-site work requires adherence to lab protocols and privacy policies.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and completed histology training, plus at least one year in a histology lab, performing microtomy or embedding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• On-the-job histology training or formal histology training.
• Continued education for certification if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Embed all types of tissue.
• Section all types of paraffin embedded tissue.
• Follow protocols for embedding and microtomy.
• Keep embedding area, microtome, and workstation clean and QC-focused.
• Maintain fresh solutions, stains and reagents.
• Perform special stains and/or IHC procedures as directed.
• Assist with case assembly and distribution as needed.
• File blocks and slides as required.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Follow lab safety procedures and protect data confidentiality.

Skills

Histology knowledge

Microtomy

IHC / special stains

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Histology training completed

Tools

Microtome

Paraffin embedding station

Job description

The Histotechnician performs all duties of histology including: embedding, cutting, staining, cover slipping, microtomy and case management of the daily slides. This position is responsible for performing special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures as directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Embed all types of tissue
• Section all types of paraffin embedded tissue
• Follow set protocols and procedures for embedding and microtomy
• Keep embedding area, microtome, and workstation clean and clutter free and maintain proper QC
• Maintain fresh solutions, stains and/or re-agents
• Perform special stain and/or IHC procedures as directed
• Assist with case assembly and distribution as needed
• File blocks and slides as needed
• Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

Requirements

EDUCATION & LICENSURE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have completed on the job histology training or documented formal histology training.
• Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification if appropriate.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one year experience working in a histology lab, performing microtomy and/or embedding is required.

Work Location Type

On-Site

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