The Histotechnologist will be responsible for preparing high-quality slides for microscopic examination by performing precise tissue preparation, including fixation, sectioning, mounting, and special staining. This role also involves performing immunohistochemical and in-situ hybridization procedures and maintaining laboratory equipment.
Requirements summary
Minimum Qualifications
require a Bachelor’s Degree in a related science field or meeting CLIA qualifications for Histotechnologist, along with working knowledge of OSHA requirements. Certification by ASCP as an HT or HTL is also required.
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Job Title Histotechnologist Location Canton Facility Mercy Hospital Department Pathology Unit-Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital Job Code C20008 Shift Days Schedule 8:30am-5:00pm Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best.
Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County.
Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As a Histotechnologist, you will deliver clear, top-quality slides for microscopic examination.
You will prepare each specimen with pristine precision, including tissue fixation, dehydration, sectioning, mounting and special staining.
Ultimately, your efforts are critical to our ability to diagnosis and treat numerous conditions, allowing you to positively influence the comprehensive care provided at Cleveland Clinic.
A caregiver in this position works 8:00am—4:30pm.
No weekends or Holidays, A caregiver who excels in this role will: Transport tissue specimens to the Laboratory.
Perform immunohistochemical and in-situ hybridization procedures, including handling and storage of probes and antibodies.
Analyze and evaluate assays for sensitivity and specificity.
Embed and prepare sections by cutting frozen or paraffin embedded tissue for immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization or other special procedures.
Mount, label and distribute prepared microscope slides to Pathologists or appropriate areas for interpretation.
Prepare reagents buffers, solutions and stains.
Replace reagents and perform daily maintenance on automated instrumentation.
File surgical and autopsy blocks used for immunohistochemical techniques.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related field OR meet the CLIA qualifications for Histotechnologist (HTL) Working knowledge of OSHA requirements concerning chemical hygiene and bloodborne pathogens Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include: Hands-on laboratory training from an accredited Histotechnology program A minimum of one year of experience in a Histology laboratory setting Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with immunohistochemistry (IHC) At least one year of hands-on bench experience Physical Requirements: Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens, slides and utilizing instrumentation.
Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed.
Typical physical demands include ability to sit, stand or walk extensively.
Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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