Histotechnologist
Core
Perform clinical laboratory procedures to prepare specimens for the anatomical study of their microscopic structure in support of patient care.
Role type
Histotechnologist
Builds
Microscopic slides and tissue sections for pathological analysis
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Required skills
Specimen accessioning and processing, Tissue fixation and embedding, Microtome operation and sectioning, Histological staining techniques, Immunohistochemistry, Quality assurance and quality control, Laboratory equipment maintenance, Troubleshooting technical problems
Preferred skills
Histotechnologist Certification (HTL) with ASCP, Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC) Certification
Technologies
Cryostats, Tissue processors, Microtomes, Slide stainers, Embedding centers, IHC instrumentation
Responsibilities
Perform specimen accessioning, processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining; Operate laboratory equipment and perform quality control; Record work logs and maintain inventory; Participate in educational endeavors for medical students and residents; Troubleshoot technical and medical problems; Maintain communication with hospital departments.
Seniority
Entry-level, 1 year experience required
