JOB SUMMARY

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Location BSWH BUMC Downtown Dallas TX

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Department IHC Histopathology 

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Shift Day 10:30am - 7:00pm Monday - Friday 

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BUMC IHC (Immunohistochemisty) department has a staff of 5 FTE that work together as a Team performing over 500 different IHC protocols.   The candidate must have a strong knowledge of Immunohistochemisty with the ability to perform Quality Assurances steps on the protocols performed.  They must have a working knowledge of performing Titer dilutions on concentrated antibodies and have the ability to construct a multitissue control block using the Tissue Microarray technique

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The Histotechnician 3 performs and monitors a variety of anatomic procedures and processes, assumes responsibility for problem resolutions, training others on all aspects of the department with minimal supervision.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

\n\nPerform variety of technical procedures resulting in creation of microscopic slide preparations.\nFollow quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.\nRecognize and take appropriate action when established procedures and policies are not followed.\nPerform instrument maintenance, maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and troubleshooting as needed.\nMaintain effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.\nParticipate in laboratory projects and educational activities.\nDemonstrates and educates laboratory methods, technical skills and provide direction to others.\nPerforms all delegated functions as defined by facility CLIA Director. Assume leadership responsibility in the absence of Supervisor/Manager.\n\n

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

\n\nKnowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.\nStatistical and critical thinking abilities.\nAbility to comprehend and communicate instructions.\nAbility to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.\nSkill in the use of computers and related software applications.\nKnowledge of safety and infection control standards.\nFosters a positive and productive work environment that furthers the quality and effectiveness of patient care.\n\n

BENEFITS

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Our competitive benefits package includes the following

\n\nImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits\n401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%\nTuition Reimbursement\nPTO accrual beginning Day 1\n\n

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

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Location BSWH BUMC Downtown Dallas TX

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Department IHC Histopathology 

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Shift Day 10:30am - 7:00pm Monday - Friday 

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BUMC IHC (Immunohistochemisty) department has a staff of 5 FTE that work together as a Team performing over 500 different IHC protocols.   The candidate must have a strong knowledge of Immunohistochemisty with the ability to perform Quality Assurances steps on the protocols performed.  They must have a working knowledge of performing Titer dilutions on concentrated antibodies and have the ability to construct a multitissue control block using the Tissue Microarray technique

\n\nEDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent\nEXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience\nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -\n\n

       ASCP-Histotechnician (ASCP-HT), ASCP-Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL): Must have one of the following:

\n\nASCP-Histotechnician\nASCP-Histotechnologist.
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