Histology Technician I

Job TitleHistology Technician I Agency Texas A&M University Department Vet Med Pathobiology Proposed Minimum Salary$15.85 hourly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culturethatrespectsall perspectives, talents&livedexperiences.Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourcorevalueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are TheTexas A&MCollegeof Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS)is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, trainingnearly 600Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty,staff,and students in teaching,research,and outreach programs. What we want The Histology Technician performs the various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist. Performs embedding, cutting, mounting, and staining procedures. Sorts and prioritizes tissue specimens received from surgical, diagnostic, or necropsy cases according to the standards required. Follows TAMU policy and procedures in accordance with lab safety. What you need to know Salary: $15.85/ hour Schedule/Location: College Station, TX/Full-Time Mon-Fri. This position may require working on university holidays and/or weekends. Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload themonthe application under the CV/Resume section. Please note: Must be comfortable working with hazardous chemicals, including known carcinogens. Qualifications Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of related lab experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in scientific field. HT (ASCP) certification Ability to perform processing, cutting, embedding, staining, and coverslipping. Performs QC documentation, instrument troubleshooting, and maintenance. Responsibilities Communication with pathologists and residents Answers questions, complete requests, and follows up with pathologists and residents. Monitors submissions page and completes cases when they are ready for delivery to the pathologist. Monitors slide and/or block check out requests from pathologists and residents. Evaluates and analyzes results by QCing slides before sending them to the pathologist and residents. Embedding Sorts specimens according to priority when embedding. Embeds specimens into blocks. Preparation of Histology slides Performs microtomy (cutting tissue sections) in accordance with general approved plans and procedures Performs routine staining of slides using an automated stainer. Plans and executes procedures (and work details) for preparing solutions for performing special staining. Specimen Processing Retrieves specimens from the Necropsy Department. Receives specimens for other cases when delivered to the Laboratory. Operates instrumentation for tissue dehydration, section clearing, and infiltration with paraffin. Equipment maintenance Periodically maintains and cleans equipment as needed (microtomes, embedding unit, tissue processors, automatic stainer, and solvent recycler). Records findings of equipment output through observations and measurements Supplies Uses computer equipment for controlling compiling data in order to monitor inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used. Places orders for replacements as required. Training Assists the supervisor in planning and supervising technical operations of the student workers Researches and catalogs reference materials requiring understanding of subject matter theory in order to better assist in training student workers. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events,state-of-the-artrecreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but witha reasonablecost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical,prescription drug,dental,vision,life and AD&D,flexible spending accounts,and long-term disability insurancewith Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 daysof annual paid holidays Up toeight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness:Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well,a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Instructions to Applicants:Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application dataentered,or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff. The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special. From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here! Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154. Useful Links: Benefit Programs Retirement Employee Discount Program Flexible Spending Accounts University Holidays Legal Statements New Employee Onboarding Prospective Employees Safety and Security Notices Training and Development USERRA Nondiscrimination Notice