Histotechnologist II — Advanced Histology & Training

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore is seeking a Histotechnician to process surgical specimens, embed tissue, and prepare quality slides under supervision. You will accession specimens, perform staining, and assist with QC and equipment maintenance in a busy lab.

Preferred qualifications include an NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program, biology and chemistry coursework for an associate degree, and HT/HTL ASCP certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

• NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program completed within the last five years.
• Associate's Degree with biology and chemistry coursework.
• HT/HTL (ASCP) certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process surgical specimens by loading, unloading and programming the tissue processors.
• Embed tissue samples according to department protocols with proper orientation.
• Prepare quality slides following microtomy protocols.
• Perform routine H&E and Special Staining, automated and manual.
• Accurately accession specimens into Laboratory Information System.
• Perform frozen sections as needed.
• Maintain and operate tissue processors, stainers, coverslippers, microtomes, computers and printers.
• Complete microscopic quality control review of slides.
• Assist in training new team members and students as needed.

Education

NAACLS Histotechnician program

Biology & Chemistry associate degree

HT/HTL ASCP certification (preferred)

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore is seeking a Histotechnician to process surgical specimens, embed tissue, and prepare quality slides under supervision. You will accession specimens, perform staining, and assist with QC and equipment maintenance in a busy lab.

Preferred qualifications include an NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program, biology and chemistry coursework for an associate degree, and HT/HTL ASCP certification or eligibility.