Histotechnician PRN

United-Digestive; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

United-Digestive is seeking a skilled Histotechnologist to maintain diagnostic tissue viability, process and prepare slides, and perform routine and special stains for surgical specimens. Responsibilities include embedding, sectioning, and IHC, with attention to quality control and LIS documentation.

The role requires ASCP HT/HTL or a BS in science with histology experience, and the ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift in a fast-paced pathology lab.

Qualifications

• Proven histology techniques and specimen processing.
• Strong quality control and documentation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced lab environment and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain diagnostic viability and proper labeling of specimens.
• Process, embed, and section surgical tissue for microscopy.
• Perform routine H&E and special stains; immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Prepare tissue fixatives and paraffins; maintain staining reagents.
• Operate microtomes, embedding and tissue processors; maintain equipment.
• Record tissue preparations and quality control data.
• Work 2nd/3rd shift and ensure LIS documentation accuracy.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Lab safety

Education

ASCP HT/HTL or BS in science with histology experience

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

LIS system

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:Duties include, but are not limited to:Maintain diagnostic viability of all specimens received, and ensure correct labeling of all materialsGross, process, embed, and make sections of surgical tissue submitted for microscopic examinationCut and stain sections for rapid diagnosisSection paraffin blocks as per procedurePerform routine H&E staining as well as implement new and established special stains and immunohistochemistry (IHC) stainsExamine all slides produced using a microscope and submit only those slides which are of high qualityPrepare and maintain tissue fixatives and paraffins for tissue embedding, maintain reagents and solutions for staining of tissue sectionsMaintain and make minor adjustments and repairs to laboratory equipment such as microtomes, embedding machines, tissue processors, and slide and block printersMaintain records of tissue preparations and quality controlMaintain a neat, orderly, and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelinesPerform basic tracking, look-up, and billing functions of blocks and slides through the LIS systemUse information system down time procedures when appropriateReview blocks and slides, using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify validity and clinical relevance; consult with supervisor prior to the release of blocks/slides if unusual or unanticipated; follow laboratory SOPs for block/slide preparation and distributionPerform establish quality assurance procedures such as quality control testing, instrument function checks, periodic maintenance, and maintain appropriate records for these proceduresParticipate, as needed, in proficiency testingFollows all CLIA Patient Safety Goals.Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: American Society of Clinical Pathologists registered histologic technician HT (ASCP) or histotechnologist HTL (ASCP) OR Bachelors degree in science such as microbiology, chemistry, or a closely related field plus one year of clinical histology experience, OR Two years (24 months) of responsible work experience and/or on-the-job training in histologic techniques in a laboratory facility performing qualitative and quantitative exams such as trimming, processing and embedding tissues, examining histochemical and immunohistochemical slides, and/or cutting and staining tissue sections.ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Must demonstrate the ability to gross, embed, section, and stain routine tissue with acceptable quantity and qualityKnowledge of biology, chemistry, histology, immunology, mathematics, and basic computer useMedical background, and knowledge of procedure codes, diagnosis codes, and medical records procedure preferredMust have excellent organizational skills to cope with an extremely busy work schedule associated with wide variety of techniques which must be handled accurately and expeditiouslyMust function independently in dealing with specimens and their proper handlingInteract with physicians, patients, staff, visitors, and all customers via telephone conversations and in person in a pleasant and helpful mannerAbility to stay calm while working quickly and with a high degree of accuracy to meet the demands of the daily workloadOn own initiative, ability to identify potential problems and troubleshoot problems as necessaryGood interpersonal skills to interact effectively with co-workers and department staffAbility to work under general supervisionPHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:Requires sitting and standing for long periods associated with a pathology lab environment; good near-sighted vision for reading pathology diagnosis and reports; ability to work 2nd and 3rd shift hours required, travel as business needs require.