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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Histopathology Technologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Overview The histopathology technologist independently performs a full range of routine and specialized tests. They utilize information technology systems to apply histopathology techniques and broad scientific principles from the fields of biology, chemistry, anatomy, and physiology. Acts as a technical resource, troubleshooting a variety of specialized lab tests, identifying suboptimal issues, and uses independent judgment and resources to resolve concerns.

Responsibilities

Independently perform a full range of routine and specialized histopathology tests.

Utilize information technology systems to apply histopathology techniques and broad scientific principles from biology, chemistry, anatomy, and physiology.

Act as a technical resource, troubleshoot a variety of specialized lab tests, identify suboptimal issues, and use independent judgment and resources to resolve concerns.

Apply anatomic pathology principles, practices, concepts, and theories to perform new or difficult specialized testing methods, such as immunohistochemical, histochemical, and frozen section techniques.

Qualifications / Requirements

The assignment requires specialized training and experience. Employees must have advanced knowledge of specialized and complex subject matter extending beyond the duties of test performance.

The histopathology technologist uses professional skills in applying anatomic pathology principles to perform new or difficult specialized testing methods.

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