Job Title: Histotechnologist Specialist
Department: Dermatology and Mohs Surgery
Location: Dermatology and Mohs Surgery at Linden Oaks | 10 Hagen Dr. 3rd Floor, Suite 300, Rochester, NY 14625
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts, 8:00a - 4:30p
SUMMARY
As a member of the professional medical team, the Histotechnologist Specialist accurately prepares tissue samples for pathologist diagnosis by approved department procedures. They are expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving tissue processing issues and instrument problems. This position requires exercise of independent judgment, theoretical knowledge and responsibility. They are to follow all regulatory lab requirements. In addition, they will develop the skills necessary to improve the long-term goals of the department including, but not limited to, development and implementation of policies and procedures, and act as the technology consultant and/or key operator of specialized instrumentation.



They will also need to participate in rotations that involve grossing of biopsies specimens in the trim room.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Registers specimens in the LIS.
Processes, embeds, cuts and stains tissue producing high-quality slides.
Prepares solution for processing tissue and staining of slides.
Accurately performs special stains and IHC stains.
Monitors reagents for use in the lab adhering to proper dilutions, expiration dates.
Performs maintenance on all equipment per procedures.
Completes required mandatories and continuing education as established by department.
Monitors reagent and supply inventories. Promptly notifies appropriate person when reaches reorder level.
Performs frozen sections for pathologist.
Recognizes, analyzes problems using scientific methods. Reports issues to supervisor or lead tech.
Participates in maintaining department technical readiness to meet regulatory compliance.
Complies with all procedures and company policies.
Assumes responsibility for ch

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