Perform routine, stat and complex histology and cytology procedures and work ups for use by Pathologists in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Locations (3)
Houston, Texas, United States
The Woodlands, Texas, United States
North Austin, Texas, United States
Responsibilities
Validate specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type and size and prioritize workload according to handling protocols
Embed tissues and section at least 30 blocks/hour on the microtome to the correct thickness and make the correct number of sections and slides for each specimen or block type
Assist with liver biopsies, fine needle aspirations, and retrieve fresh specimens in the main lab, cryostat lab, NGI suite, CT suite, and Electron Microscopy
Perform routine staining procedures, AFB, MSN, Gram, and Oro, on mounted tissue sections or body fluid preparations
Perform frozen section and special stain procedures
Support the In Vivo Pharmacology group within the Quantitative Biosciences Department, contributing to exploratory research and the preclinical and clinical development of oncology-related therapeutics.
Compensation
Pay: $36–$50/hr (depending on experience)
Responsibilities
Design, optimize, validate, and perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) assays using appropriate controls.
Process, embed, and section formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) and frozen tissue samples.
Perform histology-based experiments, including IHC, immunofluorescence (IF), and/or RNAscope.
Support biomarker characterization and evaluation of compound and antibody activity.
Build and maintain a library of archival FFPE specimens.
The Histotechnologist works under general supervision precisely and accurately performs a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures. The Histotechnologist will research, troubleshoot, and resolve histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory.
Responsibilities
Receives tissue specimens and ensures proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples
Processes paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting
Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to established Standard Operating Procedures
Performs microtomy according to established Standard Operating Procedures
Embeds processed tissue in paraffin wax
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
Associate of Science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution
Equivalent education of 60 semester hours with 24 semester hours in biological and chemical science courses
Nice to have: ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist
The Histotechnologist works under general supervision precisely and accurately performs a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures. The Histotechnologist will research, troubleshoot, and resolve histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory.
Responsibilities
Receives tissue specimens and ensures proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples
Processes paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting
Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to established Standard Operating Procedures
Performs microtomy according to established Standard Operating Procedures
Embeds processed tissue in paraffin wax
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
Associate of Science in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution
Equivalent education of 60 semester hours with 24 semester hours in biological and chemical science courses
Nice to have: ASCP Histotechnician/Histotechnologist
Medical Scientist in the Anatomical Pathology team at Royal Adelaide Hospital, performing diagnostic testing, supporting surgical specimens, and delivering Immunohistochemistry services.
The Histology Technician is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of dermatologic biopsy and surgical specimens for pathological examination, including specimen accessioning and reconciliation, gross examination and dissection, tissue processing, paraffin embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.
Locations (6)
Claremont, New Hampshire, United States
Hanover, New Hampshire, United States
Lebanon, New Hampshire, United States
New London, New Hampshire, United States
Derry, New Hampshire, United States
Compensation
competitive wages, a generous benefits package with health insurance, a 401(k) with a match, paid time off, opportunities for learning and advancement
Responsibilities
Prepare biopsy tissue specimens for histological processing accordingto established laboratory protocols.
Accurately reconcile biopsy specimens and ensure appropriate specimen accessioning.
Verify and reconcile specimen identification and labeling across logs, containers, blocks, slides, and requisitions.
Perform specimen dissection and select appropriate tissue for histological processing.
Correlate specimen information with the pathology coordinator as needed.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology, Medical Laboratory Science, Histotechnology, or a related field.
HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification required.
Nice to have: experience with dermatopathology and/or Mohs specimens strongly preferred.
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