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Histologic Assistant

Prepares tissue specimens by treating with chemicals, slicing, mounting on glass slides and staining for microscopic examination and analysis by Pathologist.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Receives, records, and accessions specimens of tissues from surgical or diagnostic cases and from autopsies.
• Fixes tissues in fixing solutions for prescribed length of time.
• Dehydrates tissue sections by immersion in alcohol baths.
• Impregnates sections with paraffin. Dehydrates, clears, and impregnates tissue using automated tissue processor as necessary. Imbeds tissues in paraffin for sectioning.
• Cuts and stains thin sections of specimens. Mounts and labels stained specimens on microscope slides.
• Performs variety of duties including tissue fixation techniques, processing, embedding, sectioning, and routine staining.
• Examines sample of stained slides with microscope to ascertain that results are satisfactory.
• Follows established procedures for handling and processing slides.
• Prepares and maintains needed solutions and reagents.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum six (6) months of related experience.
• Post high school coursework or training in histologic procedures.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in oral communication, written communication, interpersonal relations, problem solving, adaptability and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum one (1) year of pathology laboratory experience.
• Associates degree in chemistry and/or biological sciences.