- Performs routine histology including specimen processing, embedding, slide preparation, microtomy, staining, and immunohistochemistry.
- Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling. Correctly prepares special stains and solutions. Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers of match blocks and slides; prints labels as appropriate.
- Records in laboratory logbooks all slides and stains prepared daily. Logs appropriate information into the surgical pathology computer system.
- Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoots minor equipment failures. Documents remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
- Follows appropriate laboratory safety protocols.
- Adheres to laboratory's quality control policies and documents all quality control activities.
- Ensures compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.
- Adheres to attendance and punctuality guidelines.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- HT/HTL (ASCP) certified.
- 6+ years of experience in an anatomical pathology laboratory.
- Demonstrated understanding of the equipment used daily; including, but not limited to, microtome, stainer/cover slipper, slide labeler.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, high-volume deadline driven environment.
- Ability to thrive in a team and service-oriented environment and must maintain a professional demeanor in interactions with physicians and lab personnel.
- Overtime may be required.
- Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
- May be exposed to hazardous waste material including stain waste (i.e., hematoxylin, eosin, etc.) aromatic hydrocarbons (xylene), and other combustible organics (i.e., ethyl alcohol and isopropanol).
- Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
- Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing.
- Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.
- May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid.
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Histotech III
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Histotech III
2 weeks ago
FULGENT THERAPEUTICS LLC Coppell, United StatesJob Details · Level · Experienced · Job Location · IDX Coppell TX Site - Coppell, TX · Position Type · Full Time · Education Level · High School · Job Category · Biotech · Description · The Histotech III performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of s ...
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Histotech III
2 weeks ago
FULGENT THERAPEUTICS LLC Coppell, United StatesJob Details · Level · Experienced · Job Location · IDX Coppell TX Site - Coppell, TX · Position Type · Full Time · Education Level · High School · Job Category · Biotech · Description · The Histotech III performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of s ...
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Histotech III
2 weeks ago
Fulgent Genetics, Inc. Coppell, United StatesJob Details · Level: Experienced · Job Location: IDX Coppell TX Site - Coppell, TX · Position Type: Full Time · Education Level: High School · Salary Range: Undisclosed · Job Category: Biotech · Description · The Histotech III performs routine and non-routine activities involved ...
Histotech III - Irving, United States - Fulgent Genetics, Inc.
Description
Job DetailsLevel:
Experienced
Job Location:
IDX Irving TX Site - Irving, TX
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level:
High School
Salary Range:
Undisclosed
Job Category:
Biotech
Description
The Histotech III performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Qualifications