Histotechnologist II – Pathology: Precision Microtomy & Stains

Bayfrontstpete; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayfrontstpete is seeking a Histotechnologist II to process surgical, autopsy, and study specimens for pathologic diagnosis. Responsibilities include fixation, processing, freezing, microtomy, sectioning, and staining slides for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology (or an eligible substitute) and maintains Florida licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist with HT/HTL certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology or related field required.
• Graduate from an approved school of Histotechnology is required.
• Associate degree with 2 years histotechnology experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Performs related special staining techniques, including immunohistochemical and enzyme stains.
• Operates processing and staining equipment for specimens.
• Uses the laboratory system to manage orders and perform quality control documentation.
• Performs and documents quality control and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoots instruments and staining processes.
• Places engineering and biomed service requests as needed.
• Maintains reagents and supplies for the department.
• Receives specimens, greets department guests, and answers telephones.
• Reports quality control issues and instrument failures, documenting resolutions.
• Takes action to resolve patient-related issues and assumes additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 2 years histotechnology experience substitute

Graduate from an approved school of Histotechnology

Job description

Bayfrontstpete is seeking a Histotechnologist II to process surgical, autopsy, and study specimens for pathologic diagnosis. Responsibilities include fixation, processing, freezing, microtomy, sectioning, and staining slides for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology (or an eligible substitute) and maintains Florida licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist with HT/HTL certification.