Histotechnologist II
Core
Perform histology laboratory procedures to produce tissue slides and support general laboratory duties in a CLIA/CAP-certified histopathology laboratory.
Role type
Histotechnologist II
Builds
Tissue slides and processed samples for cancer diagnostic testing
Domain
Healthcare diagnostics / Histopathology
Required skills
Histology procedures, FFPE block labeling, H&E staining, DNA/RNA extraction, LIS data entry, microdissection, equipment maintenance, quality control, reagent management
Preferred skills
ASCP Board of Certification (HT or HTL)
Technologies
Laboratory Information System (LIS), Information Management System (IMS), Microscopes, Microtomes
Responsibilities
Section, fix, and process fresh frozen and FFPE tissue samples; prepare and perform DNA/RNA analysis extraction; label and accession patient samples; file and store slides and tissue blocks; maintain histology equipment and documentation; perform microdissection of unstained slides; assist with initial quality review of incoming specimens; prepare reagents and solutions; interact with pathologists to ensure timely specimen processing.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
