Integrated Healthcare Services
Travel Histology Technologist - $1,785 per week
Integrated Healthcare Services, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Travel Histology Technologist - $1,785 per week at Integrated Healthcare Services summary:
The Travel Histology Technologist processes and prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examination, performing embedding, sectioning, and staining techniques according to established protocols. This role requires HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification and involves night shifts with a focus on quality and timely specimen preparation for pathologist review. Basic knowledge of laboratory operations and effective communication skills are essential, with minimal travel required for this temporary position in Houston, Texas.
Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Histology Technologist for a travel job in Houston, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Histology Technologist
Discipline:
Allied Health Professional
Duration:
48 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift:
8 hours, nights
Employment Type:
Travel
Responsibilities
Validates specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type and size and prioritizes workload according to handling protocols defined in section manuals within the established turnaround times.
Processes specimens using the tissue processor and knows the correct order of solutions and programs for each type of processing.
Embeds tissues and sections at least 30 blocks/hour on the microtome to the correct thickness; makes the correct number of sections and slides for each specimen or block type. No more than one documented complaint from a pathologist related to poor quality.
Performs routine staining procedures, AFB, MSN, Gram, and Oro, on mounted tissue sections or body fluid preparations for the demonstration of specific tissue elements or microorganisms according to section procedures. Prioritizes and multitasks staining procedures to provide more timely, productive processing.
Coverlips at a minimal rate of 3 slides/min; labels and distributes slides for interpretation by the pathologist in a timely manner.
Assists with liver biopsies, fine needle aspirations, and retrieves fresh specimens in the main lab, cryostat lab, NGI suite, CT suite, and Electron Microscopy.
Performs inquiry functions (technical, specimen number, and result) and troubleshoots problems.
Qualifications
HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification required.
Associate's Degree in Science or Histology.
Basic embedding, microtomy, and staining techniques.
Knowledge of hospital and laboratory operations and basic computer functions.
Strong communication skills and independent judgment.
3AM – 11:30AM M-F.
Shift timings: Nights.
Travel required: No travel required.
Legal Work Authorization : US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 2 years
Shift timings : Nights
Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Histology Tech
Keywords: Histology Technologist, Specimen processing, Tissue embedding, Microtomy, Staining techniques, HT(ASCP) certification, Laboratory operations, Clinical laboratory, Pathology support, Travel healthcare job
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Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Histology Technologist for a travel job in Houston, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Histology Technologist
Discipline:
Allied Health Professional
Duration:
48 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift:
8 hours, nights
Employment Type:
Travel
Responsibilities
Validates specimen identification and appropriateness of sample type and size and prioritizes workload according to handling protocols defined in section manuals within the established turnaround times.
Processes specimens using the tissue processor and knows the correct order of solutions and programs for each type of processing.
Embeds tissues and sections at least 30 blocks/hour on the microtome to the correct thickness; makes the correct number of sections and slides for each specimen or block type. No more than one documented complaint from a pathologist related to poor quality.
Performs routine staining procedures, AFB, MSN, Gram, and Oro, on mounted tissue sections or body fluid preparations for the demonstration of specific tissue elements or microorganisms according to section procedures. Prioritizes and multitasks staining procedures to provide more timely, productive processing.
Coverlips at a minimal rate of 3 slides/min; labels and distributes slides for interpretation by the pathologist in a timely manner.
Assists with liver biopsies, fine needle aspirations, and retrieves fresh specimens in the main lab, cryostat lab, NGI suite, CT suite, and Electron Microscopy.
Performs inquiry functions (technical, specimen number, and result) and troubleshoots problems.
Qualifications
HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification required.
Associate's Degree in Science or Histology.
Basic embedding, microtomy, and staining techniques.
Knowledge of hospital and laboratory operations and basic computer functions.
Strong communication skills and independent judgment.
3AM – 11:30AM M-F.
Shift timings: Nights.
Travel required: No travel required.
Legal Work Authorization : US Citizen
Preferred years of experience : 2 years
Shift timings : Nights
Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Histology Tech
Keywords: Histology Technologist, Specimen processing, Tissue embedding, Microtomy, Staining techniques, HT(ASCP) certification, Laboratory operations, Clinical laboratory, Pathology support, Travel healthcare job
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