Job Summary and Responsibilities Job Summary / Purpose: Performs both routine and complex histologic techniques such as enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization, and immunofluorescence on tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist to diagnose disease. Knowledgeable in the areas of pathology, management, education, and regulations that impact the field of histotechnology; acts as a technical resource for the department.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities: - Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
- Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.
- Ability to assess and make decisions for proper handl...