The Johns Hopkins University
Mohs Histotechnologist (Dermatology -SOM) - 119064
The Johns Hopkins University, Mays Chapel, Maryland, United States
Mohs Histotechnologist (Dermatology -SOM) - 119064
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Histotechnologist . Position requires significant technical expertise and a high level of responsibility in handling delicate specimens. Must demonstrate competency in all job-related tasks, including technical expertise in tissue processing, organization in storage of slides and efficiency in ordering and restocking supplies or reagents. Provide support in ongoing expansion and quality improvement process a must. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Process tissue in the Mohs Dermatologic Surgery units. May involve occasional travel to other Dermatology clinic sites to provide histotechnologist coverage and support for Mohs surgeons. Prepare equipment for use in frozen and fixed specimens (setting up water bath, stainer, cover-slipper and other instruments). Embed tissue and cut frozen/paraffin blocks. Gross fresh tissue specimens. Prepare slides (staining slides, reviewing stain for adequacy, labeling and distributing slides). Recut blocks as requested by the Mohs surgeon/ Dermpath attending. Clean embedding center and stainer in compliance with credentialing policies. Pull slides/blocks from storage, as requested; change frozen section stains (preparing reagent, preparing special stains). Train and orientate new staff in the laboratory. Monitor Divisional staff mandatory health and safety training and ensure their attendance at training sessions and ensure continuing staff compliance. Ensure all lab staff understand the yearly National Patient Safety Goals, especially the Laboratory Services National Patient Safety Goals. Participate in quality assurance activities. Maintain documentation for QA and report QA problems to supervising physician. Participate in facility-wide continuous quality improvement activities, safety and disaster activities and other QA activities. Attend continuing education and mandatory training sessions. Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree in Allied Health, Biology, Chemistry, or related program with at least 12 semester hours credits achieved in biology and/or chemistry. One year of laboratory experience including some histology experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Completion of an accredited Histotechnology Certification program. The Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law The university is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University.
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Mohs Histotechnologist (Dermatology -SOM) - 119064
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The Johns Hopkins University The Department of Dermatology is seeking a
Mohs
Histotechnologist . Position requires significant technical expertise and a high level of responsibility in handling delicate specimens. Must demonstrate competency in all job-related tasks, including technical expertise in tissue processing, organization in storage of slides and efficiency in ordering and restocking supplies or reagents. Provide support in ongoing expansion and quality improvement process a must. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Process tissue in the Mohs Dermatologic Surgery units. May involve occasional travel to other Dermatology clinic sites to provide histotechnologist coverage and support for Mohs surgeons. Prepare equipment for use in frozen and fixed specimens (setting up water bath, stainer, cover-slipper and other instruments). Embed tissue and cut frozen/paraffin blocks. Gross fresh tissue specimens. Prepare slides (staining slides, reviewing stain for adequacy, labeling and distributing slides). Recut blocks as requested by the Mohs surgeon/ Dermpath attending. Clean embedding center and stainer in compliance with credentialing policies. Pull slides/blocks from storage, as requested; change frozen section stains (preparing reagent, preparing special stains). Train and orientate new staff in the laboratory. Monitor Divisional staff mandatory health and safety training and ensure their attendance at training sessions and ensure continuing staff compliance. Ensure all lab staff understand the yearly National Patient Safety Goals, especially the Laboratory Services National Patient Safety Goals. Participate in quality assurance activities. Maintain documentation for QA and report QA problems to supervising physician. Participate in facility-wide continuous quality improvement activities, safety and disaster activities and other QA activities. Attend continuing education and mandatory training sessions. Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree in Allied Health, Biology, Chemistry, or related program with at least 12 semester hours credits achieved in biology and/or chemistry. One year of laboratory experience including some histology experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Completion of an accredited Histotechnology Certification program. The Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law The university is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University.
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