Summary
Location
Winston-Salem
Salary
$49k - $74k
Type
full-time
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About this role
Position Summary:
Responsible for consistently supplying support service for the Histology Laboratory which will enable the department to function more efficient and effectively.
Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:
- Accessions specimens brought into the laboratory for processing
- Assists PA’s or pathologists with grossing in specimens
- Loading, changing, cleaning and troubleshooting histology processors
- Decalcification process of bone specimens
- Cover slipping and routine H&E staining
- Perform IHC testing, if qualified
- Performs embedding and Microtomy
- Performs and monitors quality control within predetermined limit
- Organizes work and activities to achieve maximum productivity
- Demonstrates professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel, and other health care professionals
- Maintains a safe working environment, compliant with established policies and procedures of regulatory agencies, and responds positively to necessary changes in the workplace
- Complies with organization and department policies and procedures, participates in programs and activities to achieve the mission of the laboratory and assume responsibility for professional growth and development
- Responsible compliance with all ISO, OSHA, CAP, safety, and HIPAA regulations presented in training provided by Precision.
- Keep all grossing stations stocked with Histology supplies.
- Discard formalin fixed tissues.
- Dispose of red bag trash.
- Wash glassware according to protocol.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Required:
High School diploma and 2+ years of related experience
Experience with embedding and sectioning tissue
Other Required:
- Visual acuity and above average dexterity.
- At times may come in contact with viral and bacterial infections, exposure to blood borne pathogens and occasional exposure to toxic substances.
- Capable of a moderate amount of walking, standing, and/or sitting.
- Ability to stand, sit, walk, minimum lifting (no more than 20 lbs), bending, stooping, normal or corrected visual, hearing and good manual dexterity are required.
- Ability to lift or carry no more than 20 pounds or pull or push no more than 50 pounds.
- Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language
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About Precision Medicine Group
We founded Precision Medicine Group in 2012 because we believed there was a transformational opportunity to improve the process of bringing new drugs to market. It involves utilizing technology, data, and human expertise. It is a big challenge that requires diverse talents. Our model involves both nurturing and investing organically and acquiring capabilities that we do not have but critically need. Our core executive team is anchored to this model, building life science services that address fundamental changes in healthcare that are necessary for health and outcomes improvement.
What you'll do
- The Histotechnician is responsible for providing essential support services to the Histology Laboratory to ensure efficient and effective departmental function. Key duties include accessioning specimens, assisting with grossing, operating and maintaining histology processors, performing embedding, microtomy, and routine staining procedures.
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