Histotechnician II - Blue Ash, OH - Monday-Friday (Rotational Saturday)The position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as ahistotechnicianto perform technical functions within the histopathology laboratory. The individual will work under the general supervision of experiencedhistotechnologists.Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)Capable of performingall ofthe duties/responsibilities of aHistotechnicianI.Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.Perform special stain procedures.Perform limited QA/QC functions and identify issues requiring troubleshooting.Train and perform limited immunohistochemistry staining under the general supervision of a qualifiedhistotechnologist, technical supervisor orotherqualified pathologist.Prepare immunohistochemistry solutions and reagents for IHC procedures under the direct supervision of a qualifiedhistotechnologist, technical supervisor orotherqualified pathologist.Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, includingcytopreparation, staining,coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimensPerform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshootminor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs and repeated tests.Adhere to laboratory's quality controlpolicies, anddocument all quality control activities.Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONSRequired WorkExperience:A.S. degree and one year of experience within the last 10 years,ORH.S. education orequivalent and 5 year's full-time acceptable experience as aHistotechnicianwithin the last 10 years.ASCP eligibleORfive years offull-timeexperience in the last 10 yearsCurrent state licensure, if applicableMeets all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum QualificationsforHistotechnicianand Histology Supervisor.If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporateMinimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP.Preferred Work Experience:HT (ASCP)Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program2 years of histopathology experiencePhysical and Mental Requirements:The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.Frequent walking and/or standing.May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significant manualdexterityKnowledge:N/ASkills:N/AEDUCATIONAssociates DegreeBachelor's DegreeHigh School Diploma or Equivalent(Required)LICENSECERTIFICATIONSASCP CertificationCurrent state licensure, if applicable(Required)NAACLS accredited Histotechnology programWhile we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.2024-53938Quest Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Women / Mino