MaximHealthcare Staffing is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare human tissue and bodily fluid specimens by treating the specimens with chemicals, slicing and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Preparation process may include sectioning, reagent and other treatment, slide placement, and dying. Places specimens using fixation, dehydration, clearing and/or impregnation by embedding, in a suitable media. Uses judgment to adapt for tissue types, uses chemicals and dyes to stain sections in order to demonstrate various pathological conditions.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Performs specimen collection, accessioning, and logging routines

　　May be responsible to make scheduled rounds within the facility to pick up surgical specimens.

　　Checks each specimen for criteria of acceptability, assuring proper patient identification, specimen integrity and appropriate paperwork.

　　Records the receipt of specimens and assigns identification number according to department and/or facility protocol

　　Refers any problem specimen to the area of collection and informs the supervisor

　　Assists pathologists with tissue grossing procedures; prepares the tissue grossing area

　　Maintains and assures specimen identification by correctly labeling cassettes and maintains workflow in concert with the pathologist.

　　Cleans the workstation after completing grossing procedures. Ensures aseptic techniques and observes health safety protocols during cleanup to minimize exposure risks.

　　Processes, embeds and sections tissues for slides;

　　Embeds processed tissue, cuts embedded tissue for slide sections; performs routine and special stains according to department procedures in preparation for analysis by the pathologist.

　　May prepare frozen-section slides for frozen section diagnosis by the pathologist.

　　Routinely conducts highly specialized histochemical and histo-pathological laboratory tests for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease; records test results for review by physicians.

　　Prepares and maintains equipment used for all types of tissue processing, embedding, cutting and mounting, labeling, recording and verifying the quality of slides delivered to pathologist.

　　Set-up equipment, instruments and apparatus for specific laboratory procedures.

　　May perform preventive maintenance and quality control procedures on the lab equipment.

　　May provide technical assistance and training to laboratory personnel as required.

　　Observes all facility and laboratory policies and safety practices; maintains a safe, clean and prepared work area.

　　Adheres to all Maxim and worksite rules, policies and procedures.

　　Other duties as assigned

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Certification as a Histotechnologist, HTL (ASCP or equivalent) and/or per state requirements preferred.

　　Completion of a CAHEA accredited histotechnology program; or Associate's Degree preferred.

　　One year of experience in histopathology strongly preferred.

　　Successful completion of Maxim Healthcare Staffing testing process.

　　Must meet all of Maxim's pre-employment screening requirements.

　　Current physical exam per state or contract regulations.

　　Current TB test or chest x-ray.

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.