Under general supervision, you will perform technical duties in the preparation of surgical biopsy specimens for microscopic examination and prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by a Pathologist. Successful candidate will gross, process, embed, cut and stain surgical biopsies and perform complex histologic procedures and analyze and correct problems using scientific principles. The candidate must be proficient working with an automated tissue processor, H&E autostainer, cover-slipper, microtome, and embedding stations, as well as perform accurate, reliable and high-level work efficiently, with good organizational skills and attention to detail, and must communicate well verbally and in writing. The preferred candidate will have experience in immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence. A plus would be experience working independently with challenging small biopsy specimens in a specialized diagnostic lab setting.
A minimum of 3-5 years full-time experience in Histopathology working in a clinical setting under the direction of a Board Certified Pathologist is required. The candidate should have ASCP Histotechnician certification.
This is a full time position, however per diem opportunities exist.