(Archived) Lead Histotech

“routine” preventive maintenance procedures.
antibody validations
equipment validations
Operation automated IHC stainer
Troubleshooting of quality issues
Operation of the automated cover slipper(s).
Create and or monitor essential documents through the daily operation
Exchanging of instrument specific reagents at designated intervals.
Timely completion of instrument specific QC documentation when applicable.
Daily maintenance of cleanliness and neatness of Lab and instrumentation in all aspects.
Proper handling and disposal of chemical waste.
Immediate notification to supervisory personnel of malfunctioning instrumentation.
QC/QA of all antibodies.
Timely distribution of completed patient materials to assigned pathologists.
Immediate notification of existing and/or potential problems to the proper authority
Assist supervisor with day-to-day administration of Histology Laboratory. Defined duties include:
Compliance with all Federal and State regulations pertaining to histology. Specifically:
Adhere to workload requirements.
Maintenance of accurate work records (i.e., Maintenance Logs, Temperature Logs, etc.)
Assists product line leaders with responding to questions and problems.
Evaluates new equipment and procedures.
Reviews slides for overall quality of preparation such as staining intensity, proper cover slipping and stain artifacts to help insure accurate diagnosis.

Requirements:
ASCP Certification
Associates or BS in related field

Ref: LT