Histopathology Technologists with Security Clearance

Description Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000 THIS POSITION REQUIRES A "SECRET CLEARANCE" TO BE CONSIDERED-Shift are 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm or 3:00 pm to 11:30 or Both-MUST FOR US CITIZEN Responsibilities * The contractor must be able to carry out all processing, embedding, sectioning and staining procedures related to histopathology specimen handling, to provide the best pathology materials for diagnosis. * Operate and maintain processors, embedding stations, automated strainers, microtome, cryostats, and other equipment used to prepare patient specimens for procedures requested by a pathologist. * Performs microtomy/cryotomy at a skill level sufficient to cut section of high quality. * Sets up technical procedures and other details necessary for processing frozen and paraffin sections or touch preparations. * Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the theory of fixation, dehydration, and infiltration of tissue samples. * Displays skill and proficiency in performing all aspects of microtomy and slide preparation for routine histology, special stains, immunohistochemistry, and collection for genetic studies. * Thorough knowledge and experience in tissue orientation and embedding in paraffin wax and proper microtomy techniques of all tissue types including bone. * Performs decalcification of all types of bone (dense cortical, bone, spongy cancellous bone, and very small bone marrow biopsies) using various acids and acid/fixative combinations. * Performs a full range of duties involved in special processing and staining of all tissue types including skin, bone, nerve, brain, and lymph nodes, etc., human and animal tissue. * Performs a wide variety of special stains demonstrating microorganisms, anatomical characteristics, carbohydrates and amyloidal, pigments, minerals and cytoplasmic granules and enzyme histochemistry manually and by automation. * Performs a wide variety of immunohistochemistry procedures, with full understanding of automated strainers, control selection, quality control review for appropriate staining, equipment preventative maintenance, chemical and antibody inventory management, and solution preparation. * Keeps accurate records of work output for collation of periodic reports, equipment maintenance QC logs and other logs/data that must be recorded. Files tissue blocks and slides. * Repair broken and damaged slides. Minimum Qualifications * Minimum five (5) years' work experience in a histology laboratory * Current certification for HT through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent * Possess the following skills: * Knowledge of the procedures used for the optimal sectioning of all tissue types. * Knowledge of tissue morphology to identify tissue type and to identify correct embedding, sectioning, and staining reactions. * Knowledge of basic teaching techniques to instruct and train other technicians and assist residents in training. * Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all specialized and general laboratory equipment used in the laboratory. * Basic knowledge of computers. * Must be Citizen