We are looking for a Histotechnologist II to join our team at Exact Sciences. The successful candidate will perform histology laboratory procedures, including routine sectioning, fixation, and processing procedures related to hematoxylin and eosin staining/slide production. The ideal candidate will have a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program or equivalent experience, and strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- Label documentation of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) blocks, slides, and microcentrifuge tubes
- Routine sectioning, fixation, and processing procedures related to hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining/slide production
- Prepare and perform processing procedures for DNA and RNA analyze extraction
- Label accessioned samples/sample containers and test requisition form
- File and store all slides and FFPE tissue blocks
- Assist with the initial quality review of incoming specimens
- Maintain all histology equipment and corresponding documentation
- Enter data into the histology portion of the information management system (IMS)
- Perform routine and/or non-routine histology procedures
- Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls
- Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration
- Interact with pathologists and laboratory staff to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner with high quality
- Provide technical assistance to other staff, as needed
- Assist in training team members, as needed
- Perform H&E staining
- Monitor and process the histology queue for various tasks that need to be performed
- Ability to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to multi-task and rapidly switch directions to accommodate changes in study designs
- Display high attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
- Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork
- Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures
Benefits
- Paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
- Paid leave for parents and caregivers
- Retirement savings plan
- Wellness support
- Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
