Histology Technician/Histotechnologist - Immunohistochemistry

A caregiver who excels in this role will: 

• Perform routine and developmental immunochemistry and molecular laboratory techniques.  

• Analyze and evaluate assays for sensitivity and specificity.  

• Embed and prepare sections for various procedures by cutting off frozen or paraffin embedded tissue. 

• Transport tissue specimens to the laboratory.  

• Perform immunohistochemical and in-situ hybridization procedures, including handling and storing probes and antibodies.  

• Mount, label and distribute prepared microscope slides.  

• Prepare reagent buffers, solutions and stains.  

• Replace reagents and perform daily maintenance on automated instrumentation.  

• File surgical and autopsy blocks used for immunohistochemical techniques.  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related field or meet the CLIA qualifications for Histotechnologist (HTL)  

• Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification or certification eligible by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)  

• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements concerning chemical hygiene and bloodborne pathogens  

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

• Hands-on laboratory experience from an accredited Histotechnology school or one year of prior histology laboratory experience   

• Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens, slides and utilizing instrumentation.

• Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed.

• Typical physical demands include ability to sit, stand or walk extensively.