Histotechnologist, Sr.
Company: The University of Chicago Medicine
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Job Description:Join a world-class academic healthcare system,
UChicago Medicine, as a Histotechnologist in the Anatomic Pathology
Lab. In this role as a Histotechnologist, you will be processing
surgical tissues for review by pathologist of specimens from
hospital, outpatient clinics and outside clients. Vacancies in
Histology have caused delays in completing pathology reports for
surgical cases and required agency staff to be hired to meet the
expected turnaround times. The Anatomic Pathology Lab operates
within UChicago Medicine's Department of Pathology, we provide
reference laboratory testing to various related and unrelated
health care entities, managed care organizations and non-affiliated
hospitals, outpatient clinics and private physicians' offices. We
offer a full range of diagnostic services. ** Sign On Bonus
Available** Job SummaryRoutinely performs immunohistochemistry
(IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) stains on paraffin and frozen
sections by properly utilizing a variety of methodologies and
instrumentation. Adheres to policies and procedures to assure
results of the highest level of quality are provided to physicians
and their patients. Assists in the development of new staining
protocols. Prepares control plugs and slides in accordance with
established laboratory protocol. Essential Job Functions
Collects slides prepared in the
Surgical Pathology section from Surgical Pathology and takes them
to the IHC laboratory in accordance with established routing
procedures.Verifies that the identification on the slides is
consistent with the identification on the requisition.Follows the
established pre-treatment and post-treatment protocols to provide
the best stain with the least amount of background.Label slides in
accordance with established laboratory practice making sure that
slides are labeled accurately.Assists in development and titering
of new and updated antibodies to provide optimal staining.Checks
the reactivity of new lots of antibodies and probes against old
lots. Properly documents this process.Under the guidance of the
senior histotechnologist, laboratory manager and pathologist,
collects control tissue and prepares control block to be used as
positive control. Cuts control tissue onto case slides in
accordance with established laboratory practice.Maintains control
tissue and control blocks in the proper manner.Reviews all control
and case slides prior to submitting to the medical director for
review. Routes all slides and requisitions to the medical director
for review prior to distribution to the ordering
pathologist.Perform and document quality control and preventive
maintenance activities on a daily basis.Prepares and maintains
adequate stocks of reagents, control materials and other supplies
required for the performance of testing and notifies or assists the
supervisor with any shortages or problems.Performs procedures
designated under CLIA 88 standards as either moderate or high
complexity testing and knows all responsibilities as outlined in
the laboratory procedure manual necessary to perform these
procedures with the highest level of quality.Completes stains
within the established turn around time.Accepts problems referred
by physicians and coworkers and resolves these problems or assists
the supervisor in the resolution of problems. Directs inquiries to
the appropriate laboratory staff.Assists in establishing and
maintaining continual compliance with policies, procedures, and
record keeping necessary to meet the standards of accrediting or
regulatory agencies.Provides assistance in monitoring total quality
management, including the standards of accuracy, precision and
efficiency in the performance of tests or the operation of
equipment in the specialty area.Attends training sessions, seminars
and workshops appropriate for the acquisition of the necessary
skills and information to enhance clinical laboratory science
skills and disseminates the information and skills acquired to the
staff.Assists in training and ongoing continuing education of
laboratory personnel, students, pathology residents, and
others.Files laboratory slides, worksheets and records in an
accurate, organized, neat, and timely fashion. Accurately enters
all pertinent specimen and staining information into the
appropriate computer system.Communicates any pertinent information
or problems with appropriate laboratory staff and supervisor.Acts
in a consistently professional manner while conducting all duties
and responsibilities and wears clothing that is appropriate for
conducting those duties.Performs other duties assigned.Required
Qualifications:
- Minimum qualifications must satisfy CLIA 88 requirements.
- Associates degree in clinical laboratory science or related
field from an accredited college or university preferred.
Equivalent experience acceptable.
- Certification or eligibility to attain, one of the following
registries:-- Histologic Technique, American Society of Clinical
Pathologists (HT/ASCP)-- Histotechnologist, American Society of
Clinical Pathologists (HTL/ASCP)-- Electron Microscopy
Technologist, Electron Microscopy Society of America
(EMT/EMSA)
- At least three years experience in an histology
laboratory.
- Knowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospitals information
systems.Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated proficiency with laboratory equipment.
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with individuals
at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to keep work areas clean, orderly and safe at all
timesPosition Details
- Job Type/FTE: Full-Time
- Shift: Mid Shift (12-8:30pm) + weekends
- Unit/Department: Anatomic Pathology Lab
- CBA code: Non-UnionMust comply with UCMCs COVID-19 Vaccination
requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already
received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the
pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with
the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious
exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law.
Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background
check are also required for all employees prior to hire.Why Join
Us:Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide
superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each
patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need
employees with passion, talent and commitment with patients and
with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical
innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our
collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human
life to your profile, The University of Chicago Medicine is for
you. Here at the forefront, were doing work that really matters.
Join us. Bring your passion.________Bring your career to the next
level at a hospital that is thriving; from patient satisfaction to
employee engagement, we are at the Forefront of Medicine. Take
advantage of all we have to offer and
#BringYourPassiontotheForefront.University of Chicago Medicine is
growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of
excellence at: The University of Chicago Medical Center is an equal
opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without
regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status,
parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability,
veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
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