Performs gross examination of small biopsy specimens at the direction of the Medical Director or designee and under supervision of the UF Health Pathology Laboratories Electron Microscopy Manager. Performs all processes to prepare tissues for histologic and transmission electron microscopy; diagnostic evaluation including accessioning, appropriate labeling of requisitions and specimen containers, printing cassettes, fixation, preparing packing list for transportation to the histology laboratory, and subsequent discarding of surgical specimens. Uses digital camera for specimen photography and works with diamond blades to ensure quality of surgical specimen preparations. Execute frozen microtomy of surgical tissue and performing antibody or chemical staining. Provides coverage in the Electron Microscope and Grossing labs. Will create and maintain special stains and immunofluorescence antibodies and perform enzyme chemistry and direct immunofluorescence on tissue. Ensures all regulations, productivity, and quality standards are met or surpassed.
Qualifications:Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
State license as a Histotechnologist required. One year of relevant experience preferred; to include prior gross room or histology lab experience and/or experience with Epic Beaker.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Florida Histotechnologist license required (ASCP).