Histotechnician
Core
Prepare slides for routine H & E and special stain procedures to support patient care in a clinical laboratory.
Role type
Histotechnician
Builds
Diagnostic slides for clinical pathology
Domain
Clinical laboratory / Histotechnology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Slide preparation, H & E staining, special stain procedures, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, safety compliance, laboratory equipment operation
Preferred skills
High volume laboratory experience, immunohistochemistry experience
Technologies
Automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, pipettes
Responsibilities
Embed and prepare slides for routine and special stain procedures; perform and document scheduled preventative maintenance; troubleshoot processing, embedding, and staining issues; maintain safety and quality control standards
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior