Histology Technologist jobs in Portland, OR
Histology Technologist performs complex histological procedures used to prepare specimens of tissue for examination and analysis by a Pathologist. Performs grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, and both routine and multiple staining of samples. Being a Histology Technologist performs quality control on completed slides. Identifies problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Additionally, Histology Technologist records observations from tests. Documents maintenance of instruments and equipment used in the lab. Complies with established laboratory policies for universal precautions and safety. Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically requires completion of an accredited histotechnology program. Requires ASCP Histotechnologist certification (HTL). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Histology Technologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Histology Technician
- Kaiser Permanente
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Portland, OR
OTHER
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Job Summary:
The purpose of the position is to assist the pathologists by supplying diagnostic material by both routine and special procedures to enable the pathologists to provide diagnostic interpretation.
Essential Responsibilities:- Process specimens according to established protocols. Document activities as indicated. Operate instruments according to intended purpose and documented procedures. Perform instrument maintenance as required by the manufacturer. Maintain records of maintenance as directed by accrediting and certifying agencies and their designees.
- Follow all safety guidelines and cautions. Handle potentially infectious or hazardous materials cautiously. Use personal protective equipment as directed. Follow reagent identification and traceability protocols.
- Embed tissue in paraffin. Must be able to identify if properly oriented. Understand that correct orientation of specimen is critical to diagnosis.
- Prepare 2-8 micron sections depending upon tissue type and/or test required. Assure patient identification and traceability standards are met. Must be able to recognize if cut section is representative of tissue present in the block. Also able to recognize tumor is left for diagnostic review. Document activities as directed. Control quality of hematoxylin and eosin staining. Document QC activities with accuracy.
- Perform automated and manual special stains for identification of specific cell components. Perform enzyme histochemistry testing. Operate and maintain instrumentation. Also encompasses the knowledge of chemistry to prepare and/or titration of reagents. Able to recognize, differentiate and develop cell components so that the stain will be of diagnostic value. Review slides and verify acceptable stain quality prior to distribution. Must be able to investigate problems with the procedure or instrumentation.
- Perform immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization procedures which involves working with antibodies that may be infectious. Operate and maintain instrumentation. Operate micropipettes to achieve appropriate dilutions. Must be able to prepare serial dilutions to establish appropriate dilution factors. Review slides and verify acceptable stain quality prior to distribution. Must be able to investigate problems with the procedure or instrumentation.
- May perform technical components of Mohs procedure under direction and supervision of a surgeon.
- Advise laboratory assistants; provide direction and troubleshooting assistance with labeling, filing, slide distribution, workload tally, instrument operation and maintenance and reagent maintenance. Training responsibility.
- 10 Days Ago
Travel Laboratory Histology Tech
- Aya Healthcare
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Portland, OR
FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR,TEMPORARY
- Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Histology Tech Laboratory in Portland, Oregon. This is a 13-week contract position that requires at least one year of experience.
- 2 Days Ago
Histology Technician Supervisor (SW Portland)
- The Oregon Clinic
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Portland, OR
FULL_TIME
- Love what you do! At The Oregon Clinic, we value being a positive and supportive workplace so our employees can enjoy what they do best – serving our patients and our community. We are seeking an expe...
- 4 Days Ago
Technologist
- Labcorp
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Portland, OR
FULL_TIME
- Are you an experienced Medical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about ...
- 9 Days Ago
Technologist
- Labcorp
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Tualatin, OR
PART_TIME
- Are you an experienced Medical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about ...
- 10 Days Ago
CT Technologist / CT Technologist
- Cross Country Healthcare
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Seaside, OR
FULL_TIME
- Job Description As a CT technologist, you will use computerized tomography to take medical images of patients for diagnostic purposes. Working in a hospital, outpatient center, private practice, imagi...
- 2 Days Ago
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Structural Engineer
- catena consulting engineers
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Portland, OR
- Catena consulting engineers, an award-winning structural engineering firm located in Portland, Oregon, offers the person...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Manager, Network Support Engineer - Remote
- Harbor Freight Tools
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Portland, OR
- As leader of the Network Support Engineering team, you are responsible for and leading a team of network support enginee...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Bench Store Manager
- DICK'S Sporting Goods
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Portland, OR
- At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical r...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Designer/Drafter (Hybrid/Remote)
- Greco Aluminum Railings U.S.A.
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Portland, OR
- Greco, a CSW Industrials affiliated business, is a leading manufacturer of high quality, corrosion resistant aluminum ra...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Remote Counselor Position
- Progressive Life Counseling, LLC
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Portland, OR
- Company Description Are you ready to spend more time away from the office, while receiving competitive compensation doin...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Data Analyst - Product Operations (Contract, Remote EU)
- UX Hires
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Portland, OR
- Data Analyst - Product Operations 4 Month Contract (minimum) Remote EU - Preference is given to Germany and England cand...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Real Estate Partner - 100% Remote
- We Are Legal Revolution
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Portland, OR
- 🔥 NEW IN 🔥👩⚖️Law Firm Partner 🌟 Award-Winning US Law Firm 💰 Bonus Potential of up to US$ 1M Annually 📍San Francis...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Remote Commission Only Ad Sales Representative
- SavvyCard
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Portland, OR
- Job Specification – Remote Commission Only Advertising Sales Summary SavvyCard operates RE-Target, the #1 digital advert...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Portland, Oregon
Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Valley region of the Pacific Northwest, at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. As of 2017, Portland had an estimated population of 647,805, making it the 26th-largest city in the United States, and the second-most populous in the Pacific Northwest (after Seattle). Approximately 2.4 million people live in the Portland metropolitan statistical area (MSA), making it the 25th most populous MSA in the United States. Its Combined Statist...
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Income Estimation for Histology Technologist jobs
$62,642 to $77,257
Portland, Oregon area prices
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What does a Histology Technologist do?
Histology Technologist in Savannah, GA
The Histology Technologist will have their California State license or in process of licensure and a minimum of three years of recent hospital Histology Technologist experience.
December 13, 2019
Histology Technologist in Allentown, PA
About the Immuno-Histology Technology role within ICON.
November 27, 2019
Histology Technologist in Colorado Springs, CO
Duties of a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Technician may include but are not limited to the following.
February 22, 2020
The Immuno-Histology Technologist will be responsible for the processing of sample biopsy tissue in the pathology laboratory which includes - processing of biopsy tissues, paraffin blocks, cut slides and stain samples for pathology review, processing Special Stain samples, maintaining pathology record, assisting with maintaining quality control and performing proficiency testing.
January 11, 2020