UHC - PRN Histotechnologist

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

United Hospital Center is seeking a Histology professional to perform and analyze laboratory procedures essential for tissue preparation and microscopic study. The role requires state licensure and histotechnology education, with experience in histopathology preferred.

The position involves embedding, sectioning, staining, and immunohistochemistry, along with instrument maintenance and quality control. Expect collaboration with medical staff and education of students within the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology or related field.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided.
• WV license type required and/or WV High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) license or Trainee license.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures including accessioning, processing, embedding, tissue cutting and staining, and immunohistochemistry.
• Prepare tissue and produce microscopic slides using fixation, embedding, sectioning and standard staining.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, perform quality assurance and quality control on instruments.
• Record work such as blocks cut, stains performed, slides prepared, and other laboratory logs.
• Maintain communication with laboratory sections and other departments to resolve issues.
• Participate in education of students and staff within the department.
• Identify errors and troubleshoot, contributing to QA/QC improvements.
• Participate in planning and productivity improvement meetings.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal & written communication

Laboratory equipment operation

Attention to procedural details

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Histotechnology or related field

WV high complexity license or trainee license

Tools

Cryostats

Tissue processors

Microtomes

Slide stainers

IHC instrumentation

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Perform and analyze clinical laboratory procedures and tests within scope of licensure associated with the preparation of specimens for the anatomical study of their microscopic structure in support of the hospital's mission of patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Histotechnology or related field.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided.
• PA: No state license required
• WV: High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License, Histologist License, or Trainee License issued by the WV Department of Health

National certification requirement as follows:

• PA: No National Certification required
• WV: Histotechnologist Certification (HTL) with American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).

Preferredqualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC) Certification with American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).

Experience

• One (1) year of laboratory experience in histopathology.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform assigned laboratory procedures (e.g., but not limited to, specimen accessioning and processing, inventory, ordering, embedding, tissue cutting and staining, frozen section production, special stains for cellular structures, immunohistochemistry).
• Prepare tissue and produce microscopic slides using a wide variety of tissue techniques (i.e., fixation, embedding, sectioning and standard staining) to produce accurate reproducible results to meet the needs of patients as requested by the physicians.
• Operate basic and advanced laboratory equipment/instruments (e.g., cryostats, tissue processors, microtomes, knife sharpeners, slide stainers, embedding centers, distillation system, pH meters, special stain units, IHC instrumentation) consistent with manufacturers’ instruction manuals, and with laboratory SOP. Perform quality assurance, quality control, and required equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, calibration and quality control on instruments.
• Record all work, (e.g., blocks cut, special stains, slides, immunoperoxidase slides, frozen section slides, immunofluorescent slides, re-cut slides, autopsy and surgical slides, decals, conference, teaching and research),
• Maintain effective communication with laboratory sections, other hospital departments and public, as necessary to assure dissemination of information and the identification/resolution of problems.
• Participate in the educational endeavors of the institution to meet the current and future needs of the department. Participate as required, in the education of medical students, residents, PA students, School of Medicine students, MLS and Histotechnology students and technicians.
• Recognize errors, medical and technical problems and utilize expertise to perform minor and major troubleshooting and appropriate and timely problem resolution. Provide input for development of quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Participate in planning and implementing change and maintaining and improving productivity through attendance and participation in tech meetings, projects, and discussions with supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Visual acuity must not be impaired. Color differentiation is required.
• Manual dexterity for instrument operation including microscope.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Noisy environment.
• Foul or unpleasant odors.
• Perform procedures and operate instrumentation while wearing protective apparel.
• May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens.

Skills And Abilities

• Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse
• Able to communicate verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and patients.
• Able to use numerous types of laboratory equipment.
• Able to follow complex procedures with minimal guidance.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Shift:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

UHC United Hospital Center

Cost Center

115 UHC Clinical Labs Anatomic Pathology

Address

327 Medical Park Drive
Bridgeport
West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.