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Histology Technician
Houston, Texas
Texas Childrens Hospital - 6621 Fannin St

$1,746-1,776/week

Posted 38 minutes ago

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Hourly Rate$45

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Validate specimen identification and sample appropriateness.
Prioritize workload according to handling protocols and turnaround times.
Process specimens using tissue processors, following correct solution order and programs.
Embed tissues and section at least 30 blocks per hour on the microtome to correct thickness.
Produce correct number of sections and slides per specimen/block type with high quality (no more than one documented complaint from pathologist).
Perform routine staining procedures including AFB, MSN, Gram, and Oro on tissue sections or body fluid preparations.
Prioritize and multitask staining procedures for timely processing.
Coverslip slides at a minimum rate of 3 slides per minute; label and distribute slides promptly for pathologist interpretation.
Assist with liver biopsies, fine needle aspirations, and retrieve fresh specimens in various labs (main lab, cryostat lab, NGI suite, CT suite, Electron Microscopy).
Perform inquiry functions and troubleshoot technical/specimen/result issues.
Emphasize quality over speed in routine histology.
Knowledge of hospital and laboratory operations.
Ability to communicate effectively and exercise sound independent judgment.
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of special stains and paraffin tissue sectioning.
Ability to operate tissue processors, stainers, embedding units, cryostats, microscopes, and centrifuges at a basic level.

Candidates should arrange parking compensation independently; employer and agency are not responsible for parking costs.

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