Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas, United States
Histologic Assistant
Posted over 1 month ago
Job Description
Extended Job Title
Histologic Assistant
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
512801 - Pathology Dept Lbk Genl
Position Description
This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work. Specimen collection; tissue embedding; microtomy; routine H&E staining; slide coverslipping; tissue processing; performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining; computer entry. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of Laboratory work. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to the Institutional and departmental safety polices.
Requisition ID
22289BR
Travel Required
None
Major/Essential Functions
This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work. Specimen collection; tissue embedding; microtomy; routine H&E staining; slide coverslipping; tissue processing; performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining; computer entry. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of Laboratory work. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to the Institutional and departmental safety polices.
Grant Funded?
No
Minimum Hire Rate
14.48
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
Shift varies. Monday-Friday
Work Location
Lubbock
Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Department
Pathology Dept Lbk Genl
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group
Skilled Technicians
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicants race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma. College course work in chemistry and/or biology preferred. Some course work in histology preferred.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Histologic Assistant
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
512801 - Pathology Dept Lbk Genl
Position Description
This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work. Specimen collection; tissue embedding; microtomy; routine H&E staining; slide coverslipping; tissue processing; performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining; computer entry. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of Laboratory work. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to the Institutional and departmental safety polices.
Requisition ID
22289BR
Travel Required
None
Major/Essential Functions
This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work. Specimen collection; tissue embedding; microtomy; routine H&E staining; slide coverslipping; tissue processing; performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining; computer entry. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of Laboratory work. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to the Institutional and departmental safety polices.
Grant Funded?
No
Minimum Hire Rate
14.48
Pay Basis
Hourly
Schedule Details
Shift varies. Monday-Friday
Work Location
Lubbock
Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Department
Pathology Dept Lbk Genl
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group
Skilled Technicians
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicants race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma. College course work in chemistry and/or biology preferred. Some course work in histology preferred.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
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