Histology Technician jobs in Charlotte, NC

Description

Join our Team at Celligent Diagnostics (CD)

Are you histo-tech certified? Do you have two or more years of experience? Do you enjoy embedding, staining, and tissue processing?

If yes, A fantastic opportunity is waiting for you!

Why work with us?

Celligent Diagnostics is a high-complexity CLIA-certified clinical laboratory, that provides Histology, Cytology and pharma services specializing in cancer diagnostic testing. We offer the clinical expertise of over 30 board certified pathologists covering multiple sub-specialties.

We value excellence and ensure that our team has the training and support to equip each team member to be successful.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Our Benefits Package currently includes, but not limited to: -

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance, 

401k Plan

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

General Technical Duties:

Embedding: Must be able to embed tissues of varying size and type at a consistent and steady pace.

Microtomy: Must be able to cut biopsies, excisions, decalcified tissue, as well as large fatty tissues at a consistent and steady pace. Sections must be adequate for pathologist evaluation.

Staining: Must be able to perform H&E staining and special stains by the methods used at Celligent Diagnostics. 

IHC/ISH: Must be able to perform immunohistochemistry and In situ hybridization using the methodology at Celligent Diagnostics. Must demonstrate an understanding of the “mechanics” of Immunohistochemistry and In situ hybridization. Research and Develop new antibodies and probes to be used. 

Tissue Processing: Must be able to perform tissue processing according to CLIA 88 guidelines. 

Tissue accessioning and set-up: Be able to set tissue specimens in numerical order and number properly with accurate double checks to ensure that patient safety is met.

Troubleshooting: Must be able to identify basic problems that can occur during the above technical areas and be able to solve them and document in necessary. 

Microscopy: Must be able to operate a microscope and be able to view slides for adequacy and accuracy. 

CAP Inspection: Must be able to participate in ongoing CAP compliance program. This includes being able to assist in the review of CAP questions and making sure that every aspect of a question is followed. Be able to develop new policies and procedures as needed for the ongoing processes at Celligent Diagnostics.

Workflow: Must be able to follow the established workflow guidelines and be able to alter them when necessary to meet courier route deadlines. 

Description of Record – Keeping and Clerical Duties: Patient demographics (Sunquest). Specimen accessioning (Copath). Printing of cassettes and slides (Shurmark system). Internet and e-mail (Celligent computer system). Specimen electronic tracking (Gajema). Retrieval of scanned documents (Paperflow scanning system). Quality Control – Documentation of controls used throughout the lab. Filing – File blocks, slides and paperwork for future retrieval of the specimen or information. Inventory – Able to keep a reasonable supply on hand and know when to reorder. 

Additional Job Duties: Must demonstrate professionalism at all times. Must think in a customer-oriented manner. Must be able to communicate effectively with pathologists about any histology related issue and cooperate in problem resolution. Must be able to perform any other task that may be assigned either temporally or permanently by the histology supervisor. Maintain compliance with all regulations and accreditation standards.

Requirements

Education and Training Requirements:

· High School diploma is required. 

· HT/HTL certification is required.

· Two years of relevant experience is required. 

· QIHC is a plus. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free workplace.

Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Celligent Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics required by law.”