Histotechnician - PRN - Winston Salem, NC

QualDerm Partners, LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401(k) Plan

Job summary

QualDerm Partners, LLC in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a meticulous Laboratory Technician to deliver exceptional patient service through preparation of tissue specimens for diagnosis confirmation. Roles include examining histologic slides and managing inventory levels of laboratory supplies in compliance with quality assurance standards.

The ideal candidate requires a high school diploma, lab experience, and strong communication skills. Additional benefits include a generous 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a lab setting preferred.
• Must be able to tolerate standing and walking for 8 hours per day.
• Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens for confirmation of diagnosis.
• Examine and prepare histologic slides for microscopic examination.
• Log cases in the biopsy book and maintain QC/QA records.

Skills

Knowledge of lab design and operation

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Detail oriented

Independent judgment and initiative

Proficient in Microsoft Office Products

Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Computer keyboard

Job description

QualDerm Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States in a full-time basis.

PURPOSE

This position delivers exceptional patient service by performing duties entailing preparation of tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to be used in the assistance of confirming a diagnosis provided by the pathologist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May assist with receipt of specimens and accessioning paraffin cases
• May assist with printing cassettes, slides and slide labels.
• May assist with filing slides and pulling slides pertaining to prior cases.
• Perform quality assurance checks
• Verify slide and block match for each case
• Compiles cases and ensures slides are placed with corresponding patient requisition information.
• Ensures stat cases are seen by pathologist with urgency, as soon as available.
• Examines and prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis.
• File blocks and slides appropriately.
• Log cases in the biopsy book.
• Understands slide stainer, staining cycles and able to load/unload slide stainer.
• Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist.
• Prepares slides of specimens, using specified stain, to enhance visibility under microscope.
• Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
• Submit any outside materials that are needed for review.
• May performs histochemistry (special stains) and immunohistochemistry (antibody dedection) studies.
• Manages unexpected lab situations, such as problems with instruments or detecting health problems that may cause unusual test results.
• Operates and maintains instruments used for tissue processing, paraffin embedding and sectioning of specimens.
• Performs recuts and additional stains including special and IHC stains, as requested by the Pathologist.
• Maintain QC/QA records.
• Maintain documentation as required by CLIA guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies and equipment on a regular basis; order supplies for laboratory. Maintain log of supplies as they are ordered.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of lab design and operation
• Minimum of two years of experience in a lab setting preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Able to demonstrate independent judgment and initiative appropriately
• Must be able to tolerate standing and walking for 8 hours per day.
• Proficiency in the operation of a computer keyboard (40 WPM minimum) and ability to work effectively with Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to document patient records using proper grammar, spelling, and syntax.
• Must have full range of body motion with the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, stand, stoop, stretch, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and medical equipment.
• Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports; specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• At least 1–2 years experience in a lab preferred.

BENEFITS

• Generous 401(k) Plan – Company matches 100% of the first 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, with immediate vesting