Histotechnologist at The Judge Group Inc. in Macon, Georgia

Job Description:

Location: Macon, GA

Description: Our client is currently seeking a Histotechnologist in the Macon, GA area that might be of interest to you!

40 hours/5 days - day shift


Relo:($1500 in-state/$2000 out of state)



Requirements

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  Currently enrolled in a HT or HTL (ASCP) program and must obtain certification within one year of completing program or 1 year from hire date; or a certified HT or HTL (ASCP) and 1 year of experience is required or an uncertified HT with 3 at least years of experience is required.
  


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  ASCP Certification (American Society for Clinical Pathology)
  

Physical Requirements

• Works in laboratory with exposure to chemicals, pathogens and patient blood and body fluids.


• Some latex exposure may be expected.


• Moderate lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying.


• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and on occasion greater than 25 pounds with assistance.


• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, and reaching.


• Sitting with use of computer for long periods of time.

Job Summary



Responsible for accessioning specimens; preparing frozen sections, assisting in gross specimen examination, preparing fixed tissue specimens, and cutting, mounting, and staining tissue sections for microscopic examination by a pathologist. Essential Functions Performs frozen section preparations within expected time while ensuring tissue is embedded properly, cut accurately, and stained correctly so that diagnosis to clinician can be made promptly.


Performs routine, special stains, and immune histochemical stains.


Recognizes deviations from expected results and uses judgment in determining appropriate actions.


Assists with autopsies according to standard procedures as assigned.


Prepares and organizes tissue specimens and assists in gross examination.


Prepares specimens to be sent to other laboratories for testing ensuring order accuracy and correct lab is chosen for testing.


Stores or disposes of prepared specimens, slides, and blocks in a neat retrievable manner.


Completes required daily procedures with accuracy.



For immediate consideration reach out directly to Eric DeLuca Executive Search Healthcare Recruiter, The Judge Group.




Email: EDeLuca@judge.com




Cell: (215) 630-1312




Contact: edeluca@judge.com


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