Histotechnician (Dermatology)

As a Histotechnician at Anne Arundel Dermatology, you will be responsible for following laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, and reporting. You will work under the supervision of the Practice Manager and will be responsible for maintaining the highest standard of quality in preparing tissue and producing slides. You will also be responsible for performing technical procedures related to the preparation and processing of Special Stain slides and immunohistochemical slides.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include performing all technical procedures related to the preparation of tissue and production of slides, including precise and accurate accessioning of cases, dissection of skin and excisional specimens, embedding of tissue, cutting of blocks, H&E staining, and operating the Special Stainer and IHC Stainer. You will also be responsible for validating staining kits and controls, maintaining quality control systems, and helping to maintain inventory of IHC antibodies and reagents.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will be a good fit for this role if you have a strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage large volumes of work accurately. You should also be able to read and understand written protocols, lab reference manuals, and memos. Additionally, you should have a basic knowledge and understanding of computers and be able to lift 40 pounds at times.

Requirements

• HT(ASCP) registered or eligible
• High School graduate with two (2) years of experience in a histology laboratory
• 1-2 years of experience in the field of histotechnology
• Two years of special stain experience is preferred
• Must have skills equivalent to those taught in an accredited Histotechnology program
• Must be qualified as high complexity testing personnel under CLIA regulations
• Basic knowledge and understanding of computers
• Ability to read and understand written protocols, lab reference manuals, and memos

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance
• Critical Illness insurance
• Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement Savings account
• Employee discount on cosmetic services and products