Histotechnologist II | Tissue Processing & Staining Expert

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a skilled Histotechnician to process surgical specimens, embed tissue, and prepare quality slides in a fast-paced clinical lab.

Responsibilities include routine H&E and special staining, accessioning in LIS, maintaining equipment, and training staff. NAACLS-accredited program and biology/chemistry background required; 3+ years preferred with HT/ASCP considered.

Qualifications

• NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program completed within the last five years.
• Associate's Degree with 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry (must include credits).
• 3+ years experience in a lab setting; HT/HTL ASCP certification preferred or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Processes surgical specimens by loading, unloading and programming tissue processors.
• Embeds tissue samples with proper orientation per protocols.
• Prepares quality slides following microtomy protocols.
• Performs routine H&E and special staining (automated and manual).
• Accessions specimens into Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Performs frozen sections as needed.
• Uses and maintains lab equipment: tissue processors, stainers, coverslippers, microtomes, computers, printers.
• Completes microscopic quality control review of slides.
• Maintains inventory and performs ancillary tasks like filing and cleaning.
• Monitors pending work and troubleshoots lab equipment.
• Maintains equipment and temperature quality logs.
• Assists in training new staff and students.
• Prepares cases for send-out to reference labs.

Skills

Histotechnician

Laboratory safety

Education

NAACLS Histotechnician program

Associate's Degree bio & chem

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a skilled Histotechnician to process surgical specimens, embed tissue, and prepare quality slides in a fast-paced clinical lab.

Responsibilities include routine H&E and special staining, accessioning in LIS, maintaining equipment, and training staff. NAACLS-accredited program and biology/chemistry background required; 3+ years preferred with HT/ASCP considered.