Histology Technician

Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience in a technical role in a histology laboratory or completion of an accredited histology training program prior to, or within 6 months of application.
  

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A
  

Additional Requirements

• Completion of an accredited histology training program within six (6) months of application.
• Working knowledge of histology functions including embedding, routine H&E, special stains and immunohistochemistry.
• Familiar with manual and semi-automated microtome and cryostat.
• Able to perform basic tasks done in the Histology department.
• Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English language.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of computer applications.
• Demonstrated customer service focused skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks in a limited time frame.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of technical histology experience within two (2) years of application.
• HT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP) certification with histology experience.
• Excellent knowledge and practice of histology functions including routine H&E, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.
• Strong embedding, microtomy and histology techniques.
• Strong verbal and written command of the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to function collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a limited time frame to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, reliable, accountable.
• Associates degree in chemistry or health science field.