Histotechnologist (HT) - Histology Lab

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Histotechnologist at Cleveland Clinic, where you will prepare and analyze tissue specimens, ensuring high-quality slides for diagnosis. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related field required.
• Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification by ASCP required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze tissue specimens for microscopic examination.
• Perform immunohistochemical procedures and maintain automated instrumentation.
• Transport and file surgical specimens.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Visual Acuity

Knowledge of OSHA

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Histotechnician Certification

Job description

***This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5,000***

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Histotechnologist, you will deliver clear, top-quality slides for microscopic examination. You will prepare each specimen with pristine precision, including tissue fixation, dehydration, sectioning, mounting and special staining. Ultimately, your efforts are critical to our ability to diagnosis and treat numerous conditions, allowing you to positively influence the comprehensive care provided at Cleveland Clinic.

**A caregiver in this position works days from 12:00AM - 8:30AM, with twice-yearly weekend on-call requirements.**

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Transport tissue specimens to the Laboratory.

+ Perform immunohistochemical and in-situ hybridization procedures, including handling and storage of probes and antibodies.

+ Analyze and evaluate assays for sensitivity and specificity.

+ Embed and prepare sections by cutting frozen or paraffin embedded tissue for immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization or other special procedures.

+ Mount, label and distribute prepared microscope slides to Pathologists or appropriate areas for interpretation.

+ Prepare reagents buffers, solutions and stains.

+ Replace reagents and perform daily maintenance on automated instrumentation.

+ File surgical and autopsy blocks used for immunohistochemical techniques.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related field OR meet the CLIA qualifications for Histotechnologist (HTL)

+ Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

+ Working knowledge of OSHA requirements concerning chemical hygiene and bloodborne pathogens

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Hands-on laboratory experience from an accredited Histotechnology School or one year of prior Histology Laboratory experience

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**Physical Requirements:**

+ Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens, slides and utilizing instrumentation.

+ Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed.

+ Typical physical demands include ability to sit, stand or walk extensively.

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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