Histotechnician (On-Call) - Military Veterans

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is looking for a part-time, on-call Histotechnician to support our Oral Pathology laboratory .

• The pay rate for this position is $29.00/hour.
• The on-site work location is in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Responsibilities involve processing specimens received in the Oral Pathology Laboratory, including fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining. This position is a back-up in circumstances when the full-time technician is unable to work.

This position reports to the Laboratory Manager.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specimen Processing and Preparation: 85%

• Embeds, cuts, stains, and coverslips slides in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of all procedures and policies related to specimen processing, including accessioning.
• Maintains knowledge of Windopath (LIS) and its use in relation to laboratory needs.
• Prepares additional slides as requested by the pathologist.
• Accurately files all specimen blocks and slides in a timely manner.
• Rotates and cleans chemicals in slide stainer and processor as described in SOP and as needed.

Supplies and Handling of Hazardous Waste: 5%

• Collects and disposes of hazardous waste in accordance with SOPs, University policy, and Local/Federal Law.
• Monitors supplies and reagents and alerts the Lab Manager to order supplies as needed.

Data Collection and Maintenance: 5%

• Collects and maintains data regarding slide preparations, blocks, and daily case volumes.
• Monitors and records data related to lab equipment and room temperature.
• Safety checks of eye wash stations.

Other Duties as assigned: 5 %

• Acts as a "back up" for accessioning specimens in accordance with standard operating procedures and sending out biopsy kits to clinics.
• Processes specimens for departmental research.
• Participates in required laboratory safety, hazardous waste, and compliance training.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS *please detail the required qualifications on your application materials *

• Associates degree required with coursework including 24 semester hours at least 12 credit hours in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory, technology; with 6 credit hours in chemistry and 6 credit hours in biology
• Histology Technician (HT) Board of Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)
• Adherence to CAP, CLIA, State Regulations, HIPAA, Safety and OSHA Regulations