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Histologic Assistant
 Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | |
 United States, Texas, Lubbock | |
| 3601 4th Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 14, 2025 | |
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Histologic Assistant Lubbock 39861BR Position Description This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory to include receiving and handling of diagnostic patient tissue samples. Receives and accessions gross tissue specimens and prepares for analysis. Performs frozen sectioning of fresh tissue and decalcifies bone specimens. Sorts and discards unused tissue samples. Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares fixative and reagents and recycles used reagents. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of laboratory work. Specimen collection; tissue embedding; microtomy; routine H&E staining; slide coverslipping; tissue processing; performing special stains and immunohistochemistry staining; computer entry. Maintains documentation procedures that are required to insure quality and continuity of Laboratory work. Maintains accurate filing of paraffin blocks and slides for later retrieval. Adheres to the Institutional and departmental safety polices. Major/Essential Functions High School plus six years experience in related field. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Completion of supervised and documented limited grossing technician training program detailing 100 samples per biopsy type. General scientific knowledge that includes anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and modern laboratory operation is preferred. Required Qualifications High School Diploma. College course work in chemistry and/or biology preferred. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=882307 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-7fe635a4737a3f47952548c3fc60a4ce | |