Histotechnologist, Traveler, Tues-Sat Mornings

NeoGenomics Laboratories; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

NeoGenomics Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Histotechnologist, Traveler for a limited-length contract at our Aliso Viejo, CA lab. The role focuses on embedding, microtomy, tissue processing, H&E staining, immunohistochemistry, and automated staining with a shift of Tuesday–Saturday, 4:00am–12:30pm.

This position advances lab goals and patient care. The ideal candidate has ASCP HT/HTL certification or equivalent and 1+ years of experience for Level I or 4+ years for Level II, with relevant

Qualifications

• 1+ year preferred for Level I; 4+ years preferred for Level II as ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist
• Bachelor’s or associate degree in a certified laboratory science program or equivalent education','HS/MLS program with required science coursework

Responsibilities

• Receives tissue specimens and ensures proper accessioning and labeling
• Performs routine and non-routine tissue preparation for microscopic evaluation
• Performs microtomy and embedding of tissue in paraffin wax
• Coverslips stained slides manually or with automation
• Performs all staining procedures including special stains and immunohistochemistry
• Maintains cleanliness and calibrates equipment, documents repairs or test results

Skills

Histology techniques

Microtomy

Immunohistochemistry

Education

BS in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology

AS in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

60 semester hours with 24 in biological/chemical sciences

Tools

Paraffin embedding systems

Automated immunohistochemistry stainers

Job description

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.

NeoGenomics is looking for a Histotechnologist, Traveler for a limited-length contract for our lab in Aliso Viejo, CA who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 4:00am-12:30pm (subject to change based on business needs).Applicants must be represented by an Agency in order to be considered.

Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:

As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.

Position Summary:

The Histotechnologist works under general supervision precisely and accurately performs a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures. The Histotechnologist will research, troubleshoot, and resolve histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory. This position requires the production of the highest quality of embedding, microtomy, tissue grossing, tissue processing, H&E staining, manual and automated special staining, immunohistochemistry, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Receives tissue specimens and ensures proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples
• Processes paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting
• Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Performs microtomy according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Embeds processed tissue in paraffin wax
• Performs coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated
• Performs all special stain procedures according to established Standard Operating Procedures
• Performs filing of blocks and slides
• Maintains laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certification, as required. Documents remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests

Experience, Educations and Qualifications

• Years of Experience:
  • Level I: 1+ years as an ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist preferred
  • Level II: 4+ years as an ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist preferred
• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution - OR -
  • Associate of Science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution - OR -
  • Equivalent education of 60 semester hours with 24 semester hours in biological and chemical science courses.
• Certification:
  • Nationally: HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)
  • FL: current state technician or technologist license