Hennepin County Medical Center Minneapolis , MN 55415
Posted Yesterday
SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking a Histology Technician to join our Unit/team. This full-time/part-time role will primarily work on-site/remote/hybrid (SHIFT).
Purpose of this position: Under direct supervision, performs histology testing of moderate to complex difficulty and/or grossing of routine, simple surgical tissue samples. Uses specialized equipment and processes following established procedures. Demonstrate patient and family centered care behaviors.
A $500 hiring incentive is available for eligible external candidates (current employees, contract/temporary workers, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).
Current List of non-MN States where Hennepin Healthcare is an Eligible Employer: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Histology:
Embed surgical and ME tissue, perform microtomy at various thicknesses, perform routine H&E staining, special staining, and immunohistochemical staining following established protocols
Gross small biopsies and other specimens that can be entirely submitted, assist with frozen section preparation and photography, process requests and referrals of specimens and slides in Surgical Pathology. Assist with hospital autopsies
Perform cryotomy of specimens for optimal demonstration of various tissue structures. Perform Immunofluorescence staining on frozen sections
Provide microtomy services to Internal and External labs as requested
Assists in the training and instruction of new employees, students and residents
Perform and evaluate quality control, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting processes
Process and manage specimens sent to reference laboratories. Ensure adequate billing charges
Electron Microscopy:
Gross muscle and/or nerve biopsy tissues following established protocols including fresh, formalin fixed, EM fixation or nerve teasing
Properly orient and snap freeze muscle and/or nerve tissue utilizing liquid nitrogen
Perform cryotomy of muscle and/or nerve specimens for optimal demonstration of various tissue structures
Perform enzyme histochemistry staining on frozen sections following established procedures
Perform complex procedures such as teasing single strand nerve fibers for pathologist review
Research and work up new staining protocols as directed by medical staff
Utilize advanced knowledge of proper tissue preparation to ensure adequate quality fixation and epon-embedding for Electron microscopy
Trim epon-embedded blocks; cut semi-thin and ultrathin sections by using an ultra-microtome. Place tissue on copper grids and stain grids using Uranyl acetate and Lead citrate staining methods
Exhibit expertise with operation, function, and maintenance of the Transmission Electron microscope. Perform an advanced level of initial ultrastructural examination locating specific pathological features that allow for subsequent diagnosis
Routinely perform digital imaging with morphometric measurements, image organization, distribution and storage
Perform and evaluate quality control, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting processes
Perform routine duties involving laboratory set up, safety, reagent preparation, and cleanup
Grossing Technician:
Under direct supervision, performs grossing of routine, simple surgical tissue samples. These specimens include core biopsies, small biopsies (up to 1 cm), curetting's, gallbladder, appendix, fallopian tubes, vas deferens, etc
Maintains adequate supplies, equipment, and cleanliness of the surgical pathology suite
Provides administrative support in the day-to-day operation of the laboratory
Uses specialized equipment and processes following established procedures and maintains competency and keeps up with changing techniques and requirements in Anatomic Pathology dissection
Receive specimens and carefully check paperwork for accuracy and completeness
Monitor specimen identification using the laboratory's specimen identification process. Resolve problems and complete documentation as required
Ensure adequate billing charges for specimen and procedure type
Dictates a macroscopic description for routine, uncomplicated surgical specimens including anatomic site, measurements and dimensions, weight, count, color, and any abnormal findings according to written policies and procedures
Places tissue in a correctly identified cassette for histologic processing
Escalates non-routine complicated specimens to Pathologists' Assistant
Exercises judgment by preserving samples for testing
In collaboration with the pathologist(s), obtain biological specimens for specialized analysis (flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, etc.) and upon direction of the pathologist(s) perform special procedures
Photography of pertinent specimens
Maintains quality control/assurance activities and records
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
One year of experience
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and self-motivated
Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
Customer service skills
Detail oriented
Ability to read and follow written instructions
License/Certifications:
For Histology and Grossing Technician:
Hennepin County Medical Center