Histotechnologist HTL: Precision Tissue Diagnostics

The University of Toledo; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toledo seeks a Histotechnologist HTL to perform routine histology including accessioning, processing, embedding, sectioning, H&E and immunohistochemical staining, and slide labeling. Responsibilities include biopsy procedures and teaching residents and staff.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with 36 science credits (Biology and Chemistry) and HTL (ASCP) certification or eligibility within 180 days; familiarity with Joint Commission, CAP, and FDA standards is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 36 credit hours in science including 6 hours Biology and 6 hours Chemistry.
• HTL (ASCP) certification required or eligible with certification within 180 days.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, CAP, FDA standards and guidelines.
• Ability to effectively solve multiple problems; professional competence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histological tasks: specimen handling, accessioning, processing, embedding, cutting, H&E staining, labeling.
• Conduct low/high complexity histochemical and immunohistochemical staining; kidney, muscle, nerve biopsies.
• Document daily maintenance, file slides/blocks, change chemicals, accession specimens, and perform select special stains.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science-related Field (36 credit hours including Biology and Chemistry)

HTL (ASCP) certification

Job description

The University of Toledo seeks a Histotechnologist HTL to perform routine histology including accessioning, processing, embedding, sectioning, H&E and immunohistochemical staining, and slide labeling. Responsibilities include biopsy procedures and teaching residents and staff.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with 36 science credits (Biology and Chemistry) and HTL (ASCP) certification or eligibility within 180 days; familiarity with Joint Commission, CAP, and FDA standards is