$5k UBD - Clinical Histology Technician - 8:30pm-5am

In addition the base salary, this position receives $5,000 unit based shift differential (UBD) and $1200 yearly certification pay for HT ASCP & $2400 yearly certification pay for HTL ASCP

The histology labs are CAP/CLIA certified labs offering full histology services from frozen section diagnosis, gross and microscopic examination and interpretation of tissue specimens that include biopsies, surgical excisions and large resections. We also offer a large selection of special stains and a comprehensive list of immunohistochemistry stains as well as in situ hybridization

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Prepares histology material for pathologist review.  
- Prepares histology material using established departmental procedures and demonstrating high quality technical skills. 
- Produces histology materials at or above productivity standards.      
- Assists in training new laboratory personnel

 
Specimen preparation/Laboratory informatics/Safety
- Assists with all aspects of specimen processing including identifying, sorting, and labeling of blocks and slides.
- Uses laboratory informatics system to document workflow, track and identify specimens.
- Performs all laboratory duties following established safety guidelines.

Quality Control, New Equipment/Solution Preparation
- Review patient material as part of section quality assurance and participates in laboratory quality control processes.
- Evaluates new equipment, procedures and techniques and participates in implementation.
- Prepares reagents and solutions.  Maintains and cleans laboratory and equipment. 

Other duties as required.