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The Opportunity

Supports the functions of histology in the performance of routine histotechniques and maintains high level of professional expertise through familiarity with advances in histotechniques. Follows standard procedures and safety policies in performing the tasks and utilizes good documentation practices for maintaining records.

This job is third in the Histotech job series comprising five levels. The employee performs histotechnology duties without direct supervision.

Performs grossing clinical samples without direct supervision of a pathologist.

Performs tissue processing, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy and slide staining. Performs accessioning as assigned.

Screens tissue, prepares control tissue, and performs instrument and equipment validation.

Performs antibody titers, dilutions and reagent lot verification staining.

Maintains instruments and/ or laboratory equipment.

Performs complex technologies as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Who you are

You hold an Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science, medical laboratory technology, or major in histology.

You have 3 years experience as a histotechnologist or histotechnologist working in a lab where histotechniques are being used is required.

You hold a HT or HTL (ASCP) Certification

HT//HTL board eligible

Required: 3 years experience as a histotechnician or histotechnologist working in a lab where histotechniques are being used is required.

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal Histotechnologist 1

Solid working knowledge of IHC theory and troubleshooting, and basic IHC and routine histology and IHC quality control documentation.

Experienced in routine histotechniques

Ability to perform grossing of clinical biopsy samples, processing, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining and cover slipping of the same.

Skilled with use of word processing and email use

The expected salary range for this position based on Tucson, AZ is $43,900.00 - $81,500.00/year. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. 

Benefits

Are you ready to apply?

Relocation benefits are not eligible for this job posting.

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Ventana Medical Systems, Inc. (Ventana), a member of the Roche Group, innovates and manufactures instruments and reagents that automate tissue processing and slide staining for cancer diagnostics. Our integrated staining, workflow management and digital pathology solutions optimize laboratory efficiency to reduce errors and support diagnosis for pathology professionals. Together with Roche, Ventana is driving personalized healthcare through accelerated drug discovery and companion diagnostics.

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