Histotechnologist - Indianapolis, Indiana

KA Recruiting Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Histotechnologist for a full-time position in Indianapolis. This role offers a permanent opportunity with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k plan. You will be responsible for processing tissue specimens and teaching lab techniques to staff, contributing to quality assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you're looking for a role that offers career growth in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in histologic techniques and proficiency in tissue processing.
• Ability to supervise and instruct lab staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare tissue specimens using various histological techniques.
• Teach and supervise other lab staff in histology techniques.

Skills

Histologic techniques

Immunohistochemical techniques

Frozen sectioning

In situ hybridization

Tissue microarray techniques

Supervisory skills

Quality assessment

Education

Associate's Degree in Science

Job description

Full Time Histotechnologist needed in Indianapolis, Indiana for permanent hire! Apply Now!

Position Highlights:

• Full-time, permanent job opportunity
• Full benefits package (401k, PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance)
• Competitive pay
• Room for career growth!

Job Duties:

• Process and prepare fixed and unfixed tissue and cytology specimens using histologic, frozen sectioning, immunohistochemical, in situ hybridization, and tissue microarray techniques.
• Teach and instruct other lab staff in these techniques.
• Supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project work.
• Prepare microscopic slides for diagnostic processing, embedding, microtomy, mounting (paraffin/frozen sections), staining (routine/special/IHC), slide and block labeling & coverslipping.
• Perform special staining techniques for interstitial elements of tissue sections, including micro-organisms and various cellular components such as antigens and enzymes for complex diagnosis and prognostic markers.
• Contribute to corporate strategy for additional regulatory approvals (CAP, FDA) relating to GHI Histopathology.
• Assess the quality of slide preparations and troubleshoot procedures if necessary.
• Prepare control slides and, in collaboration with the laboratory director, validate technical procedures before applying to clinical or research samples.

Position Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Science (or higher).
• ASCP (HT or HTL) certification or eligible to obtain.
• Experience is preferred but not required.

Interested? Apply to this job or send a resume for consideration!

(REF: MK7134)