Histotechnician II — IHC & Tissue Prep Specialist

Mercy Medical Center, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan with company 


Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Mental Health resources

Disability benefits

Discounts on auto & home insurance

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnician II in Baltimore, MD. The role focuses on processing surgical specimens to preserve tissue morphology and preparing tissue sections for microscopic evaluation, including special stains and IHC as requested by the pathologist.

Candidates should have a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program or an Associate Degree with hospital training meeting ASCP eligibility, with ASCP certification preferred. 2 years histology experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Histotechnician program NAACLS accredited or an associate degree with hospital training meeting ASCP eligibility.
• ASCP eligible or certified.
• Working knowledge of Special Stains and IHC; able to perform frozen sections.

Responsibilities

• Process surgical specimens to preserve tissue morphology and prepare quality tissue sections for microscopic evaluation.

Skills

IHC techniques

Special stains

Frozen sections

Education

NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician Program

Associate Degree with ASCP eligibility

ASCP certification (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnician II in Baltimore, MD. The role focuses on processing surgical specimens to preserve tissue morphology and preparing tissue sections for microscopic evaluation, including special stains and IHC as requested by the pathologist.

Candidates should have a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program or an Associate Degree with hospital training meeting ASCP eligibility, with ASCP certification preferred. 2 years histology experience is desirable.