Histotechnician I

Organization/Institution: 
Ameripath, Inc
Location: 
Texas, United States

Dermpath Diagnostics is exclusively focused on providing exceptional dermatopathology services. Our commitment to dermatopathology is backed by an unrivaled team of over 90 board-certified Dermatopathologists, advanced diagnostic technologies and unparalleled clinician/patient support. We are currently seeking a NIGHT SHIFT Histotechnician for our Dallas, Texas laboratory. As a Histotechnician you will have the advantage of being a member of this team.

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

  • Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)
  • Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. 
  • Ensure proper tissue processing.
  • Under general supervision, perform embedding and microtomy for select specimen types as defined by Histology Manager/Supervisor.
  • Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
  • Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
  • Under general supervision, perform special stains under approval of/at discretion of Histology Manager/Supervisor.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.
  • Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
  • Adhere to laboratory�s quality control policies, and document all quality control activities.
  • Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
  • Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
  • Other duties, as assigned by supervisor. 

         Minimum Qualifications

            A.A., A.S. degree and one year of experience within the last 10 years, OR H.S. education or equivalent and 5 years full-time acceptable experience as a Histotechnician within the last 10 years.
 �         HT (ASCP) or ASCP eligible OR five years of full time experience in the last 10 years
 �         Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician SOP.

Required to work a permanent NIGHT SHIFT schedule with the hours of 9.00pm to 5.30am.

Dermpath Diagnostics offers a competitive compensation packages, including outstanding benefits and an excellent work environment. 

For consideration please visit our career site at www.dermpathdiagnostics.com 

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