RWD Consulting, LLC · 5 months ago
Histopathology Technologists
Silver Spring, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $88K/yr
5+ years expRWD Consulting, LLC is seeking a Histopathology Technologist to join their team. The role involves performing various histopathology specimen handling procedures and operating laboratory equipment to prepare patient specimens for diagnosis.
ConsultingCustomer ServiceHealth CareInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyLogistics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The contractor must be able to carry out all processing, embedding, sectioning and staining procedures related to histopathology specimen handling, to provide the best pathology materials for diagnosis
Operate and maintain processors, embedding stations, automated strainers, microtome, cryostats, and other equipment used to prepare patient specimens for procedures requested by a pathologist
Performs microtomy/cryotomy at a skill level sufficient to cut section of high quality
Sets up technical procedures and other details necessary for processing frozen and paraffin sections or touch preparations
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the theory of fixation, dehydration, and infiltration of tissue samples
Displays skill and proficiency in performing all aspects of microtomy and slide preparation for routine histology, special stains, immunohistochemistry, and collection for genetic studies
Thorough knowledge and experience in tissue orientation and embedding in paraffin wax and proper microtomy techniques of all tissue types including bone
Performs decalcification of all types of bone (dense cortical, bone, spongy cancellous bone, and very small bone marrow biopsies) using various acids and acid/fixative combinations
Performs a full range of duties involved in special processing and staining of all tissue types including skin, bone, nerve, brain, and lymph nodes, etc., human and animal tissue
Performs a wide variety of special stains demonstrating microorganisms, anatomical characteristics, carbohydrates and amyloidal, pigments, minerals and cytoplasmic granules and enzyme histochemistry manually and by automation
Performs a wide variety of immunohistochemistry procedures, with full understanding of automated strainers, control selection, quality control review for appropriate staining, equipment preventative maintenance, chemical and antibody inventory management, and solution preparation
Keeps accurate records of work output for collation of periodic reports, equipment maintenance QC logs and other logs/data that must be recorded. Files tissue blocks and slides
Repair broken and damaged slides
Qualification
Required
Minimum five (5) years' work experience in a histology laboratory
Current certification for HT through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent
Knowledge of the procedures used for the optimal sectioning of all tissue types
Knowledge of tissue morphology to identify tissue type and to identify correct embedding, sectioning, and staining reactions
Knowledge of basic teaching techniques to instruct and train other technicians and assist residents in training
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all specialized and general laboratory equipment used in the laboratory
Basic knowledge of computers
Must be Citizen
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Short and long term disability
401k with company match
Company
RWD Consulting, LLC
RWD Consulting, LLC provides a range of management and operations support and consulting services, administrative and logistical services, and technical and creative services to public and private sectors.
Founded in 2004Washington, District of Columbia, USA
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Fletcher M. (Bud) Amos
Chief Growth Officer (CGO)
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