5+ years of experience in tissue specimen preservation and processing.
Experience in a medical or clinical setting, specifically with anatomical pathological tissue.
Minimum of 5 years in archiving and cataloging tissue samples as slides or blocks.
ASCP Histology certification or eligibility required.
Strong analytical skills for tissue identification and detail recognition.
Responsibilities
Archive, catalog, and file slides while identifying stains using a microscope.
Perform histotechnologist functions including processing, embedding, and staining.
Utilize spreadsheets and databases for cataloging purposes.
Organize slides for long-term storage and manage related documentation.
Examine slides for abnormalities and report findings.
Establish electronic record-keeping systems for slides.
Respond to inquiries and assist users in accessing slide archives.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Life and disability insurance.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Full Job Description
Job Title: Histotechnologist
Under the supervision of the VISTANT Project Manager, the Histotechnologist will be responsible for supporting the mission of the DHA JPC Contract shall meet the qualifications for the specialty. The principle function of the Histotechnologist is to archive, catalog, and file slides while identifying stains on the slides using a microscope.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Principle function is to archive, catalog, and file slides while identifying stains on the slides using a microscope.
Perform all the basic functions of a Histotechnologist of processing, embedding, microtomy, routine, special and immunohistochemistry staining.
Use spreadsheets and a database for cataloging and filing purposes.
Organize slides for long term storage and other duties as required by the department.
Responsible for identification and discerning the nature of stains on slides, relabeling them, archiving and cataloging them. Maintain spreadsheets and database entries.
Prepare record-keeping systems and procedures for archival research and for the retention or destruction of records.
Examine and study slides under microscope to detect deviations from norm and report abnormalities which may require further decisions.
Conduct physical inspection of slides to allow for cataloging by identifier for the retention or destruction of slides.
Organize slides into appropriate staging locations and storage locations while maintaining movement and tracking logs or documents.
Archiving slides for long-term storage by identifier in JPC's Repository.
Establish procedures for the electronic record-keeping of slides.
Establish and maintain user-friendly electronic systems (Excel or other electronic database) for archival research of the slides.
Respond to enquiries from members of JPC and advise users on how best to access, use and interpret the slide archives.
Identify ways of protecting and preserving collections.
Handle, analyze and interpret medical documents, reports and other materials that have historical significance towards research and education programs and projects.
Follow all mandatory documents to the extent they apply to this contract.
Experience
At least five years extensive experience in the applications and methods used in the preservation, fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining (including special stains and immunohistochemistry) of tissue specimens.
Experience should come from a Medical or Clinical setting, specifically working with Anatomical Pathological Tissue in all stages of the specimen collection, handling and storage process.
A minimum of five years of experience archiving, managing, inventorying and cataloging tissue samples as slides, blocks, or scans.
Education
American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Histology certified or certifiable.
Required Skills
Knowledge in tissue identification through visual acuity and analytical skills to distinguish fine details and differences found in slides.
Highly proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to use these programs to analyze and present data from a clinical, lab or medical repository setting to be shared with clinical and non-clinical staff.
Excellent organization and time management skills are required.
Ability to thrive in a fast paced and changing growth environment.
Customer Service driven towards all external and internal customers.
Unwavering professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive company/employee information.
Security Clearance Requirements
NAIC DHA Background Investigation
Place of Performance
Onsite - Two Potential Locations
Joint Pathology Center in Silver Spring, MD 20910
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD 20889
Shift - Full-time shifts are 8 hours total with a break
3rd Shift - 9:00pm to 6:00am with a 1-hour break
Salary Range
$40 - $42/Hour
Benefits for full-time employees include, but not limited to:
