Histotechnician Certified

Overview

The Certified Histotechnician is responsible for the accurate preparation and processing of tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation by the dermatopathologist. This role performs a full range of histology functions, including specimen grossing, fixation, embedding, sectioning, staining, and slide preparation, while ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely turnaround. The Certified Histotechnician also maintains testing records, supports quality assurance activities, and follows all established laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Histology Preparation and Processing

• Perform complex histological procedures using a variety of techniques such as cutting, dyeing, drying, and freezing to preserve and test samples.
• Prepare tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to support accurate patient diagnosis.
• Perform appropriate grossing, inking, and mapping of tissue specimens.
• Accession and gross tissue specimens.
• Process specimens including embedding, cutting, staining, cover slipping, and filing.
• Prepare slides using specified stains to enhance visibility under the microscope.
• Trim tissue specimens into blocks and place tissue in appropriate fixing solution or formalin.

Microscopic Review and Analysis

• Examine slides under the microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
• Review slides to detect deviations from normal findings and report abnormalities requiring further study.
• Record and analyze data related to specimen preparation and testing.

Laboratory Operations and Maintenance

• Prepare media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions.
• Preserve and store samples in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain, clean, and perform routine repair of equipment and instruments according to established procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Establish and monitor quality control programs and perform required quality control, maintenance, and quality assurance activities.
• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintenance of patient test records.
• Maintain records demonstrating proficiency testing samples are handled and listed in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to quality control policies and document all quality control activities, calibrations, and maintenance performed.
• Follow established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are outside acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results and either correct them or immediately notify the laboratory director.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.

Additional Duties

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in the field or in a related area is required.
• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Must have knowledge of anatomy and tissue pathology.
• Demonstrated leadership experience. Must be able to demonstrate leadership by serving as an example to others with regard to professional behavior, handling multiple tasks, maintaining a positive attitude, and in response to organizational change.
• Must possess excellent leadership, organizational, computer, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, board, clients, and the public.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to use time productively and contribute to high levels of company operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Education & Experience

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree.

Required Licensures or Certifications:

HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) Certification, and state licensure as applicable.

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If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact hr@forefrontderm.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.