Lead Histotechnologist

Astera Cancer Care; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

United Urology Group is seeking a Histotechnologist Lead in Beltsville, MD to oversee tissue processing and slide preparation for pathologists. You will supervise histology workflows, ensure compliance with CAP/CLIA, and support project initiatives under the Laboratory Manager or Director.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or NAACLS certificate) and ASCP HT/HTL certification, with at least five years of histology experience and familiarity with digital pathology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of Histology experience.
• Immunohistochemistry experience is strongly desired.
• Digital Pathology experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Laboratory Manager or Director with scheduling efforts and workflow design.
• Accessioning, grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping of slides for microscopic analysis.
• Load specimens on the processor, ensuring quality and timeliness of production.
• Modify and validate procedures for immunohistochemistry and other staining.
• Maintain meticulous records of specimens, procedures and results.
• Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and documentation of samples.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager in meeting regulatory agency requirements (CAP, CLIA, etc.).
• Perform quality control procedures and document results.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

NAACLS Accredited Certificate

Job description

Why Join Us?

At United Urology Group, our employees are at the heart of our mission and have incredible opportunities to impact our patients' lives with their urologic care. We foster a culture that thrives on compassion, teamwork, integrity, and diversity, all of which start with our staff! We deliver a cohesive approach to urologic care that provides patients with access to experienced specialists, a superb team of healthcare professionals, and the most advanced technology for patient treatments and therapies. We offer competitive salaries and a great work/life balance: enjoy your weekends! UUG offers outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, corporate discounts, and much more!

Job Description

The Histotechnologist Lead plays a critical role in the diagnosis and treatment of disease by preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination. Working directly under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager or Director, the Histotechnologist is responsible for preparing, processing, staining and mounting tissue specimens for review by the pathologists. The individual will ensure accurate and timely processing and handling of specimens. The individual will support training and implementation of laboratory projects and initiatives and will work closely with the Laboratory Manager or Director to monitor performance metrics, turnaround times, and help design workflows.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Laboratory Manager or Director with scheduling efforts and workflow design.
• Responsible for accessioning, grossing, embedding, microtomy, performing H&E and Papanicolaou staining, and the coverslipping of all surgical/cytologic specimen slides for microscopic analysis.
• Loading specimens on the processor, ensuring quality and timeliness of production.
• Modify and validate procedures and methodologies for immunohistochemistry, special staining, and other related staining.
• Organize cases by matching slides with appropriate paperwork and/or laying slides out in slide folders.
• Document and resolve any quality issues, including (but not limited to), inadequate grossing, tissue measurement and/or block discordance, deviance from specimen handling procedures, etc.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, such as microtomes, tissue processors, embedding machines, automated strainers, as well as troubleshooting equipment and automated instrumentation within the laboratory.
• Assist the Laboratory Manager meeting department regulatory agency requirements (CAP, CLIA, etc.).
• Perform quality control procedures according to established laboratory protocol and regulatory requirements, and complete necessary documentation.
• Recognize and address any deviations from established protocols.
• Maintain meticulous records of specimens, procedures, and results.
• Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and documentation of samples.
• Monitor supplies and maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Properly dispose of chemical hazardous waste according to laboratory and regulatory requirements.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) Accredited Certificate Program is required and will be verified prior to employment.
• ASCP HT or HTL certification is required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Minimum of five years of Histology experience.
• Immunohistochemistry experience is strongly desired.
• Digital Pathology experience is preferred.

Key Competencies

• Proficient in training staff members and leading laboratory projects and initiatives.
• Excellent embedding, sectioning, and histology techniques with human tissues.
• Ability to multi-task, be self-motivated, reliable, and accountable in meeting deadlines.
• Excellent computer software and data analysis skills.
• Organized and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills, including active listening and problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and be detail oriented.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and other requirements outlined by our accreditation and regulatory organizations.

Travel

This position does not require travel.

Physical Requirements for the Job

Regularly required to sit and stand for extended periods. Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting. Adjusting visual acuity to distinguish fine details and objects at specific distance. Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move items up to 25 lb.

Job Type

Full-Time

Pay Range

$40.00 - $43.00 per hour. Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, skill level, and geographic location. Compensation may vary depending on the state or region in which the position is located, in accordance with applicable laws. This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until an offer has been extended and accepted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Practice is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. United Urology Group is regarded as the leading urology network in the country. Our Affiliates include Chesapeake Urology, Arizona Urology—Phoenix & Scottsdale, Arizona Urology—Tucson, Colorado Urology, and Tennessee Urology.