Histotechnician I - Night Shift
Core
Process surgical, research, and autopsy tissue specimens by embedding, sectioning, and staining for microscopic evaluation in a high-volume academic pathology lab.
Role type
Histotechnician I (Night Shift)
Builds
Diagnostic tissue slides for Anatomic Pathology services
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tissue embedding and sectioning, H&E and special staining techniques, microscope slide mounting, quality control of sections and stains, medical equipment operation, infection prevention compliance, regulatory knowledge
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Microtomes, microtome knives, paraffin embedding equipment, staining apparatus
Responsibilities
Cut high-quality 1-4 micron sections of biopsy specimens, perform routine and special staining techniques, organize and prioritize specimens for timely processing, conduct quality control on sections and staining procedures, participate in department safety officer rotation
Seniority
Entry-level to 1 year experience, hands-on IC