Histotechnologist II

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday 11:00am – 9:30pm

Essential Duties Include but are not limited to the following:

• Label documentation of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) blocks, slides, and microcentrifuge tubes by following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Routine sectioning, fixation, and processing procedures related to hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining/slide production for fresh frozen (FF) and FFPE samples according to SOPs.
• Prepare and perform processing procedures for DNA and RNA analysis extraction according to SOPs.
• Label accessioned samples/sample containers and test requisition forms using the laboratory labeling system with assigned numbers specific to the patient case from laboratory information system (LIS) accessioning.
• Prepare and perform all aspects related to the routine processing of FF tissue samples, including preparation for tumor estimate procedures, according to SOPs.
• Accession and enter data of received patient samples and specific test requests into LIS according to SOPs.
• File and store all slides and FFPE tissue blocks.
• Assist with the initial quality review of incoming specimens.
• Maintain all histology equipment and corresponding documentation, including but not limited to quality control worksheets, preventive maintenance records, and day-to-day maintenance.
• Enter data into the histology portion of the information management system (IMS).
• Perform routine and/or non-routine histology procedures and regularly review work to ensure it is carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform microdissection of unstained slides in accordance with markings provided on stained slides.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls.
• Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Assist in sample returns, as needed.
• Interact with pathologists and laboratory staff, in accordance with SOPs, to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner and with high quality.
• Provide materials and reagent receipt and management in accordance with SOPs.
• Provide technical assistance to other staff, as needed.
• Assist in training team members, as needed.
• Perform H&E staining.
• Monitor and process the histology queue for various tasks and perform those tasks with minimal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnician program and 3+ years of laboratory experience (one year of experience may be counted from program completion).
• High School Diploma and 5+ years of laboratory experience OR Associate Degree in a scientific field and 3+ years of laboratory experience. OR Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field and 1+ years of laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Basic computer skills, including internet navigation and email usage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active ASCP Board of Certification, such as: HT (ASCP) HTL (ASCP)