Pathology Lab Histotech - Portsmouth, United States - Optima Dermatology

Description

The successful candidate will not only have excellent histology and communication skills but will be committed to exceptional participation with the pathology team.

• Preparation of dermatology samples for pathology evaluation, including accessioning, grossing, fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining and specialized routine stains and Immunohistochemistry staining techniques
• Ensure operational compliance with the laboratory's SOPs and Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal and CLIA regulations. Maintain appropriate standards to meet all licensing and regulatory requirements and uphold company policies and integrity on a daily basis.
• Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals
• Continuously monitor and evaluate histology processes and protocols, making changes as needed to ensure optimal quality, productivity, and consistency.
• Provide hands-on backup support for all areas of histology when staff is needed.
• Participates in all equipment QC including daily measurements, solution maintenance etc when needed.
• Performs advanced procedures such as special stains and/or IHC including QC of stains
• Demonstrates technical ability for special procedures such as Mohs and Frozen Sectioning if required.
• When required, may perform the duties of the technical assistant.

• Histotechnologist Bachelor of Science degree and HTL certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is preferred or ASCP eligible.
• Minimum of two years of related laboratory experience as a technician, preferably in a physician practice or ambulatory environment.
• HT(ASCP), training program or eligible

At Optima Dermatology, our mission to revolutionize skin care is made possible by our world class team that is highly engaged, mission-driven, and inspired to set the new standard in dermatology.

We are growing rapidly and looking for key team members who believe in our mission and want to make a difference in the lives of our patients.

We foster a collaborative environment that is fun and hardworking and promise you will work alongside amazing colleagues you are proud to call your teammates.