What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician position at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center?
Job Description
Histology Technician to work in the Histology Laboratory within the Division of Surgical Pathology in the Department of Pathology; processes, embeds, cuts and stains tissue specimens in a high volume patient care lab utilizing tissue processors, embedding centers, microtomes, stainers and coverslippers; processes, cuts and stains formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue samples for patient diagnosis; prepares and changes reagents and properly disposes chemical wastes; sorts, delivers and files slides and blocks; assists with ordering, receiving, labeling, and stocking incoming supplies and reagents; assists with quality control and quality assurance record keeping; assists in training personnel as needed; completes and organizes paperwork; assists with maintenance of equipment; other duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate Degree and one year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
This opening is for a 3rd shift position but a start time as early as 8 : 00 PM can be considered.
