Histotech

Company Overview
Dermatologists of Central States (DOCS) is one of the largest and most established dermatology practices in the nation. With more than 186 providers within 80+ locations in 7 states, we have been serving patients for over 40 years. At DOCS, we strive to put the patient first with an emphasis on medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. We provide easy access to high quality dermatologic care in an environment that is consistently friendly, convenient, courteous, and caring.

Summary
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is used in histology to detect the presence of a specific protein marker that can assist with accurate tumor classification and diagnosis. This guide illustrates the basic steps used to create an IHC stain.

Job Responsibilities
Process and Embed tissue in wax blocks and prepare them for sectioning.
Section blocks with a microtome and create microscope slides to be stained by Hemotoxylin and Eosin methods.
Stain microscope slides on the automatic stainer and/or manually and maintain instruments and all chemical changes as needed.
Perform recuts, levels, IHC and histochemistry (special stains) when ordered by the pathologists.
Assess quality of slides and ensure integrity of the patient specimen is always preserved.
Maintain and clean all equipment on a daily basis
Take periodic inventory of supplies and equipment and notify lab manager when ordering is necessary
Perform other lab duties as needed under the direction of the lab manager
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in Health or Science
2 years' experience in clinical lab
Ability to read specimen labels
Attentive to Detail
Thorough understanding of HIPAA law
Team player
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status

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