Histotechnician

PathGroup; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup in Greenville, SC is seeking a Histotechnician (HT) to prepare human tissue for examination by embedding, microtomy, and related histology tasks. The role includes performing special stain and IHC procedures as directed.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of histology training, plus at least one year of histology lab experience. On-site work schedule is Monday through Friday, with standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of histology training on the job or formal histology training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue for examination via embedding and microtomy.
• Perform embedding, sectioning, and related histology tasks.
• Conduct special stains and IHC procedures as directed.
• Maintain clean work area and proper QC.

Skills

Embedding

Microtomy

IHC procedures

Special stains

QA/documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Histology training

Tools

Microtome

Staining equipment

Job description

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri: 5:00am-1:30pm

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

A Histotechnician (HT) prepares human body tissue for examination by other laboratory professionals. The person in this position performs embedding, microtomy, and all related histology tasks. This position also performs special stain and IHC 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
• Assists in documentation and maintaining effective department QA programs and monitors.
• 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