Histotechnologist: IHC & Tissue Diagnostics

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center is seeking a Histology professional to perform and analyze laboratory procedures essential for tissue preparation and microscopic study. The role requires state licensure and histotechnology education, with experience in histopathology preferred.

The position involves embedding, sectioning, staining, and immunohistochemistry, along with instrument maintenance and quality control. Expect collaboration with medical staff and education of students within the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology or related field.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided.
• WV license type required and/or WV High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) license or Trainee license.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures including accessioning, processing, embedding, tissue cutting and staining, and immunohistochemistry.
• Prepare tissue and produce microscopic slides using fixation, embedding, sectioning and standard staining.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, perform quality assurance and quality control on instruments.
• Record work such as blocks cut, stains performed, slides prepared, and other laboratory logs.
• Maintain communication with laboratory sections and other departments to resolve issues.
• Participate in education of students and staff within the department.
• Identify errors and troubleshoot, contributing to QA/QC improvements.
• Participate in planning and productivity improvement meetings.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal & written communication

Laboratory equipment operation

Attention to procedural details

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Histotechnology or related field

WV high complexity license or trainee license

Tools

Cryostats

Tissue processors

Microtomes

Slide stainers

IHC instrumentation

Job description

United Hospital Center is seeking a Histology professional to perform and analyze laboratory procedures essential for tissue preparation and microscopic study. The role requires state licensure and histotechnology education, with experience in histopathology preferred.

The position involves embedding, sectioning, staining, and immunohistochemistry, along with instrument maintenance and quality control. Expect collaboration with medical staff and education of students within the department.