Histotechnician

PathGroup; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PathGroup is seeking an entry-level Histotechnician to prepare human body tissue for examination. Responsibilities include embedding, microtomy, and performing special stains. The ideal candidate will ensure proper laboratory safety and follow set protocols. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for certified individuals.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring certification as HT or HTL.
• Familiarity with embedding and microtomy procedures is essential.
• Adherence to laboratory protocols and safety regulations necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and embed all types of tissue for examination.
• Maintain clean and organized workstation while following QC protocols.
• Perform special stains and IHC procedures as directed.

Skills

Embedding

Microtomy

Laboratory safety

Hazardous waste handling

Education

Certified Histotechnician (HT)

Histotechnologist (HTL)

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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.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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