Job Description
Job Title: Histotechnician
Duration: 3+ Months
Location: 1737 Tennessee Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Vaccination/Test: TB and Flu
Shift / Work Hours:
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9:00 PM – 5:30 AM
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Monday through Saturday morning
Job Summary
The Histotechnician will perform routine and specialized paraffin histotechnology duties in a state-of-the-art, CAP-certified pathology laboratory. Under the guidance of a Senior or Lead Histotechnologist, this role is responsible for delivering high-quality diagnostic materials while meeting established turnaround times.
Key Responsibilities
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Embed, cut, stain, and perform other tasks required for tissue processing in the Immunohistochemistry laboratory.
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Perform accurate gross descriptions of tissue samples.
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Execute quality control procedures for each method and maintain accurate documentation.
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Operate laboratory instruments and equipment according to approved written procedures; identify and troubleshoot equipment issues.
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Meet established turnaround time and productivity standards.
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Recognize testing errors, discrepancies, or issues and notify appropriate personnel; assist with resolution.
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Record, transcribe, and maintain patient test results in accordance with protocols.
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Assist team members in identifying and analyzing inconsistent or abnormal results.
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Review results for accuracy and completeness prior to release in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
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Complete routine and STAT testing within defined turnaround time guidelines.
Required Qualifications
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Associate degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
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Formal Histology training from an accredited program (minimum 720 hours).
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State licensure where applicable (CA, FL, NY require licensing).
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Meets CLIA personnel qualification standards.
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Proficiency in microtomy, grossing, tissue processing, embedding, cutting, and routine/special staining techniques.
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2–4 years of relevant histotechnology experience.
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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: $ 25.00/hr.