UTMB Faculty Group Practice · 4 months ago
Histotechnologist - Surgical Pathology (HTL/HT Certified) (Casual, 19.99 hrs/week, No Benefits)
Galveston, Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expUTMB Health is a leading health institution seeking a Histotechnologist to join their surgical pathology team. The role involves preparing tissue specimens for diagnosis using advanced histological techniques and ensuring compliance with laboratory policies and quality control standards.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Assists with processing of specimens, data entry and documentation of quality control
Performs manual techniques and operated instruments in accordance with protocols and instrument guidelines, e.g., embedding and microtomy (both paraffin and frozen sections involving use of automatic tissue processors, balances, pH meters, etc.)
Selects, performs, and monitors staining procedures required for specific diagnosis, e.g., evaluation of adequacy of reagents and stains selection and utilization of control materials, monitoring of stained preparations, etc
Mounts coverslips on slides and labels as appropriate
Operates and monitors laboratory equipment in accordance with equipment manuals and laboratory policies
Keeps work area physically clean, organized, and free of safety hazards; properly disposes of all biohazardous materials and chemically hazardous materials; maintains adequate inventory to complete work and orders supplies as needed
Prepares solutions and reagents in accordance with standard procedures
Adheres to internal controls established for department
Adheres to safety protocols in each laboratory area. Assists in operation and with maintaining the laboratory under the guidelines of accrediting agencies
Performs frozen sections, participates in the daily preparation of paraffin sections for staining of patient tissue relating to special stains and immunohistochemical stains in work area
Maintains adequate inventory to complete work and orders supplies as needed per established policies
May serve as a bench instructor for histology training program and new staff, establishing competency of employees
Participates in process improvement activities, Quality control and QC analyses. May attend system Quality Council meetings as requested or required
Provides guidance troubleshooting and takes appropriate action on maintaining quality
Assists with processing of specimens, data entry and documentation of quality control
Performs advanced and specialized histology techniques and troubleshooting as needed
Adheres to internal controls established for department
Performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
BS degree in Biological, health or social sciences or a directly related field
Two (2) years of histology experience
HTL(ASCP)
Preferred
Completion of a Histology Technician program or equivalent education
Company
UTMB Faculty Group Practice
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Faculty Group Practice (FGP) is comprised of over 950 faculty physicians and advanced practice providers who drive UTMB’s mission of improving health by delivering innovative education and training, pursuing cutting-edge research, and providing the highest quality patient care.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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