Histotechnologist I
Spectraforce
Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
8 hours ago
Job Description
Duration- 3+ month
Location- Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, United States, 19073
Shift:
| 3pm-11;30pm EST | 
Job description:
- Perform routine and nonroutine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists, according to policies and procedures.
 - Capable of performing all of the dutiesresponsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II.
 - Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
 - Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
 - Ensure proper tissue processing.
 - Embed processed tissue in paraffin. Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.
 - Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
 - Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
 - Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
 - Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains.
 - Perform all special stain procedures.
 - May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
 - May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.
 - May perform IHC testing.
 - Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
 - Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures.
 - Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
 - Provide training and guidance to Histotechnicians, students and lab aides.
 - Adhere to laboratorys quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
 - Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
 - Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
 - Maintain a clean and wellorganized work area.
 - Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
 - Previous histotech background required
 
- BS, ASCP HT
 
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 42.00/hr.