URGENT HIRING FOR Histology Tech
Job Location: Akron, OH
Job Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day 06:00 - 14:30
Experience: 2 years
WEEKLY TRAVEL PAY PACKAGE (resides out of 50+ miles)
Weekly Tax Free Stipend to be paid:- $1,162.00
Weekly Straight Pay (Taxable) :- $1,440.00
Weekly Gross :- $2,602.00
Job Description:
The Histology Technician is responsible for preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination by pathologists. This role involves processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining biological specimens to aid in the diagnosis and study of diseases.
They should not replicate those duties and responsibilities discussed above.
1. Picks up and/or receives tissue, biological material and body fluids.
2. Assists in research procedures, labels, and places specimens in appropriate container for processing using proper dehydrating, fixing, infiltrating, and paraffin solutions. a. Embeds prepared and fixed specimens into paraffin block using microtome cuts tissue sections to specified thickness. b. Removes excess paraffin, mounts tissue section onto glass slides and stains (routine/special).
3. Prepares stains and solutions following specific procedures as listed in appropriate procedure manual. a. Follows established hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures. b. Maintains laboratory equipment, and insures adequate inventory of laboratory supplies by submitting requests to supervisor.
4. Maintains appropriate records, slide files, and tissue blocks as outlined in appropriate procedure manual. a. Answers incoming phone calls, requests for technical information, etc., and gives limited factual information, as appropriate or refers to supervisor or pathologist.
5. Maintains section and work areas in a neat, clean, and orderly condition.
6. Develops an awareness of new techniques, procedures, equipment, and instrumentation; assists in new product evaluation, laboratory in-service and continuing education programs, professional journals, and trade magazines; and attends outside seminars and/or training programs when appropriate.
7. Assists in orientation and training of new personnel.