TCHP HISTOTECHNOLOGIST - The Christ Hospital Health Network
Norwood, OH
About the Job
Job Description
Under supervision of the Mohs micrographic surgeon, the Histotech will map, cut, and stain the surgical specimens according to the outlined Mohs technique. Obtain histology slides from outside the lab as necessary and maintain records of all tissue and slides which come into our laboratory. Maintain operation of the lab consistent with OSHA and CLIA guidelines.
Responsibilities
Receives and accessions tissue, cytology specimens and prepare specimens for storage, preservation, identification and labeling.
Cuts and stains thin sections according to established procedures for routine and special stains.
Cutting and staining of tissues for frozen sections.
Disposes stains, and cleans glass containers and petri dishes.
Maintains equipment, instruments and cleanliness of working area and maintains a safe, clean work environment including proper labeling and storage of chemicals and specimens (and disposal of same).
Researches, troubleshoots, and resolves histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory.
Performs staining procedures on routine, processed and frozen tissue.
Prepares frozen tissues on routine Mohs surgery specimens.
Prepares reagent, solution, and stain as needed according to specific instructions and label
Operates and maintains equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined scheduled and written instructions to perform quality control checks and preventive maintenance.
Records daily temperatures of cryostat.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
EDUCATION: HS diploma/GED, technical training,
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 2 or more years within a healthcare setting, preferably within a dermatology practice.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Education in dermatology preferred
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS &/or CERTIFICATIONS:
ASCP preferred
Other Credentials Required or Preferred: None
Under supervision of the Mohs micrographic surgeon, the Histotech will map, cut, and stain the surgical specimens according to the outlined Mohs technique. Obtain histology slides from outside the lab as necessary and maintain records of all tissue and slides which come into our laboratory. Maintain operation of the lab consistent with OSHA and CLIA guidelines.
Responsibilities
Receives and accessions tissue, cytology specimens and prepare specimens for storage, preservation, identification and labeling.
Cuts and stains thin sections according to established procedures for routine and special stains.
Cutting and staining of tissues for frozen sections.
Disposes stains, and cleans glass containers and petri dishes.
Maintains equipment, instruments and cleanliness of working area and maintains a safe, clean work environment including proper labeling and storage of chemicals and specimens (and disposal of same).
Researches, troubleshoots, and resolves histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory.
Performs staining procedures on routine, processed and frozen tissue.
Prepares frozen tissues on routine Mohs surgery specimens.
Prepares reagent, solution, and stain as needed according to specific instructions and label
Operates and maintains equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined scheduled and written instructions to perform quality control checks and preventive maintenance.
Records daily temperatures of cryostat.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
EDUCATION: HS diploma/GED, technical training,
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 2 or more years within a healthcare setting, preferably within a dermatology practice.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Education in dermatology preferred
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS &/or CERTIFICATIONS:
ASCP preferred
Other Credentials Required or Preferred: None
Source : The Christ Hospital Health Network
