Lead Histopathology Technologist

Duties: Duties include, but are not limited to: Perform highly specialized tasks which require special knowledge as well as being the point of contact or technical expert and advisor to laboratory and professional medical staff in the specialty of histopathology. Performs both routine and complex specialized histology techniques and procedures/tests. Performance of specialized decontamination, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures on complex Histopathology equipment. Primary function includes performing advanced complex techniques on surgical, autopsied, hematopoietic and cytological specimens, utilizing specialized techniques for the examination and handling a wide variety of tissue specimens for routine histological processing, including cytology material, bone marrow specimens, and needle biopsies while preparing technically adequate slides of tissue sections by processing tissue blocks, embedding tissue, cutting, staining and cover slipping. Research, develop, tests, optimizes, and validate complex histochemical stains, immunohistochemistry (IHC) processes and/or in-situ hybridization (ISH) protocols. Operates computerized laboratory equipment that fixes, dehydrates, and infiltrates tissue with wax to be preserved for diagnosis by Pathologists. Sets and monitors workflow for all bench staff members ensuring that all essential tasks are performed orderly and efficiently to in the accomplishment of the unit's goals.

Work Schedule: 08:00am-04:30pm, Monday-Friday Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized. Functional Statement #: FS 95410-ATelework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized.