Histotechnologist-2

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Histology Technician to perform embedding, microtomy, staining, and immunohistochemistry on human tissue for pathologists' review under direct supervision.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional HTL ASCP BOC certification; the role includes quality control, record keeping, and adherence to universal precautions. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional HTL ASCP BOC or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, and immunohistochemistry on human tissue to produce microscopic slides.
• Perform quality control on completed slides and record observations.
• Identify problems that may affect diagnosis and results and document instrument maintenance.
• Comply with laboratory policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Histology techniques

Immunohistochemistry

Quality control

Record observations

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

HTL(ASCP) certification by ASCP BOC or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under direct supervision performs routine and complex histologic procedures. Performs embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, and immunohistochemistry on human tissue to produce microscopic slides submitted for pathologists’ review. Performs quality control on completed slides. Identifies problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Records observations from tests. Documents maintenance of instruments and equipment used in the lab. Complies with established laboratory policies and procedures for universal precautions and safety. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000459 CHS - Histopathology & Special Stains (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-27 Scheduled Weekly Hours 19 Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Job Description Under direct supervision performs routine and complex histologic procedures. Performs embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains, and immunohistochemistry on human tissue to produce microscopic slides submitted for pathologists’ review. Performs quality control on completed slides. Identifies problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Records observations from tests. Documents maintenance of instruments and equipment used in the lab. Complies with established laboratory policies and procedures for universal precautions and safety.

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional HTL(ASCP) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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