Non-Registered Histotechnician

The role

This person will supply support services for the Histology Laboratory. Duties include accessioning specimens, assisting with grossing, and performing histology processes like embedding and microtomy.

What you will do

• Accessions specimens brought into the laboratory for processing
• Assists PA’s or pathologists with grossing in specimens
• Loading, changing, cleaning and troubleshooting histology processors
• Decalcification process of bone specimens
• Cover slipping and routine H&E staining
• Perform IHC testing, if qualified
• Performs embedding and Microtomy
• Performs and monitors quality control within predetermined limits
• Keep all grossing stations stocked with Histology supplies
• Discard formalin fixed tissues, dispose of red bag trash, and wash glassware

Required qualifications

• High School diploma
• 2+ years of related experience
• Visual acuity and above average dexterity
• May come in contact with viral and bacterial infections, exposure to blood borne pathogens and occasional exposure to toxic substances
• Capable of a moderate amount of walking, standing, and/or sitting
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, minimum lifting (no more than 20 lbs), bending, stooping, normal or corrected visual, hearing and good manual dexterity
• Ability to lift or carry no more than 20 pounds or pull or push no more than 50 pounds
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Nice to have

• Perform IHC testing, if qualified

Before you apply

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship

About the company

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.