Histotechnican
- Location: Houston, TX
- Type: Contract To Hire
- Job #37584
Job Description
Location: Houston, TX
Salary: $20 – $27/hr
Schedule: M-F, 8am – 5pm
Contract to hire
Histotechnician
Exciting opportunity to join a research organization that works on a wide range of projects including clinical, diagnostics, therapeutics, and more.
Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:
- Process sections of body tissue by accessioning, frozen section, assist with grossing, fixation, dehydration, embedding, microtomy, decalcification, coverslipping, routine HE staining, special staining, and immunohistochemistry
- Prepare tissue specimens for both immediate and routine microscopic examination and evaluation
- Be able to run auto scanners
- Identify tissue structures and their staining characteristics
- Perform and monitor quality control within predetermined limits
- Responsible compliance with all OSHA, CAP, safety, and HIPAA regulations
Qualifications:
Minimum Required:
- Biology related BS degree
- Preferred: Histologist (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certified by ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) or HT certification eligible with certification obtained within 6 months of hire
Other Required:
- At times may come in contact with viral and bacterial infections, exposure to blood borne pathogens and occasional exposure to toxic substances