Senior Histotechnologist

University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a Sr. Histotechnologist to perform routine and advanced histology processing at UVMMC - Medical Center, Burlington. The role involves embedment, microtomy, staining, and labeling, plus expertise in histochemical and immunohistochemical testing.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in a science field with HTL certification; QIHC is preferred but not required. Minimum three years of histology lab experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field with HTL certification.
• QIHC experience is preferred but not required.
• Three years in a Histology Laboratory or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced histology processing including embedment, microtomy, mounting, staining and labeling.
• Conduct advanced histochemical and immunohistochemical testing.
• Provide guidance to Histotechnicians, Histotechnologists, and support staff as a resource.
• Recognize and troubleshoot procedural, instrument, and quality control issues and escalate as needed.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry (QIHC)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science field

HTL certification

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Histology and Autopsy

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: -

Weekend Needs:

Salary Range: Min $35.07 Mid $45.19 Max $55.30

Recruiter: Cindy Reichard

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JOB DESCRIPTION :

Responsible for accurate routine and stat tissue processing, including embedment, microtomy, mounting, staining and labeling. Performs routine and special histology processing including advanced histochemical and immunohistochemical testing. Offers guidance to Histotechnicians, Histotechnologists, and support staff in routine technical areas and serves as a resource person. Recognizes and troubleshoots procedural, instrument, and quality control problems and notifies Charge Histotechnologist, R&D tech or Supervisor. Follows guidelines to correct problems or errors.

EDUCATION:

The Sr. Histotechnologist is required to have their bachelor’s degree in an appropriate science field along withtheir HTL certification. Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC) is preferred but not required.

EXPERIENCE:

Three years in a Histology Laboratory similar to UVM Medical Center

This is a bargaining union position.