Utah Society for Histotechnology
Job Board
Posted 4/28/2022
Histology Technician
Email resume to hr@pathologywatch.com
Up to $1,500 Sign On Bonus for qualified candidates
Relocation Assistance Available
Salary: $28-$32 an hour – Full time
Job Type: Full-time
5PM to 1:30AM Monday to Friday,
or 2AM to 10:30AM Tuesday to Saturday
PathologyWatch offers a physician or laboratory the unique opportunity to partner with expert pathologists for interpretation of specimens. PathologyWatch takes histologic slides from any location and digitally distributes the work across a network of highly skilled Dermatopathologists. This results in a high-quality specialist interpretation with a faster turnaround time. Leveraging PathologyWatch means fewer full-time staff, lower overhead, and access to a global network of experts.
We are a fast growing company looking for a hard-working, ambitious, team-oriented individual where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded.
Under the general supervision of the laboratory manager, the Histologic technician will gross and preserve tissue specimens for sectioning, glass slide preparation for digital scanning and analysis.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Responsible for receiving and accessioning anatomic pathology specimens as well as performing other routine technical procedures.
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Perform tissue grossing, fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, and a variety of staining procedures as required.
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Prepares slides for digital scanning and/or send outs as requested.
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Adheres to laboratory quality control policies by documenting all quality control activities while maintaining a clean and well-organized work area to prevent cross contamination.
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Observes health and safety protocols during all cleanup procedures to minimize risks to self and co-workers.
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Performs preventive maintenance and quality-control procedure on laboratory equipment according to SOP and manufacturer recommendations.
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Maintains direct communication and follow up to all necessary patient care / laboratory tasks.
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Other duties as assigned by the Histology Manager.
Qualifications:
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Education: ASCP HT/HTL certified or eligibility required. Must meet State and Federal requirements for the position and duties to be performed.
Experience:
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Histology: 1 year (preferred)
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Laboratory experience: 1 year (preferred)