Temporary- Histotechnologist II
- Employer
- University of Pennsylvania
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Ref
- 32294
- Starts
- Closes
- Sector
- Other
- Location
- Pennsylvania
Temporary- Histotechnologist II
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.
Posted Job Title
Temporary- Histotechnologist II
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description
Temporary- Histotechnologist II
Processing tissue in the Mohs lab in Dermatology Surgery. As well as helping with administrative duties.
Responsibilities
- Processing tissue
- Administrative
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Duties
- Responsible for laboratory and equipment setup.
- Receives fresh tissue specimens from Mohs' surgical cases; ensures specimens are appropriately labeled.
- Maintains records and logs each case in accession book with assigned surgical number and other pertinent information (e.g., diagnosis, number of stages, number of slides, and site of excision).
- Cuts specimens when indicated by hash marks.
- Prepares tissue specimens using a color marking system
- Embeds the tissue in an embedding media to facilitate freezing of specimen on well
- Makes frozen section slides using a cryostat.
- Stains slide sections using H & E staining method.
- Cover slips and labels slides.
- Responsible for proper deposition of biohazard and hazardous waste.
- Maintains cleanliness in work environment.
- Dilutes and prepares antibody to perform immunohistochemistry (If applicable).
Qualifications
Bachelors of Science Degree required for the Dermatology Surgery Department; Sixty semester hours in an accredited college, which includes two semesters of biology, two semesters of chemistry, and one semester of mathematics. . Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology in Histology. ASCP eligible and ASCP preferred. Minimum of two to three years in a routine histology laboratory with competence in routine histological techniques/functions and the ability to perform some of the more specialized techniques/functions in the laboratory preferred.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/HUP/Temporary--Histotechnologist-II_JR00048486-1
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University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.
Posted Job Title
Temporary- Histotechnologist II
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description
Temporary- Histotechnologist II
Processing tissue in the Mohs lab in Dermatology Surgery. As well as helping with administrative duties.
Responsibilities
- Processing tissue
- Administrative
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Duties
- Responsible for laboratory and equipment setup.
- Receives fresh tissue specimens from Mohs' surgical cases; ensures specimens are appropriately labeled.
- Maintains records and logs each case in accession book with assigned surgical number and other pertinent information (e.g., diagnosis, number of stages, number of slides, and site of excision).
- Cuts specimens when indicated by hash marks.
- Prepares tissue specimens using a color marking system
- Embeds the tissue in an embedding media to facilitate freezing of specimen on well
- Makes frozen section slides using a cryostat.
- Stains slide sections using H & E staining method.
- Cover slips and labels slides.
- Responsible for proper deposition of biohazard and hazardous waste.
- Maintains cleanliness in work environment.
- Dilutes and prepares antibody to perform immunohistochemistry (If applicable).
Qualifications
Bachelors of Science Degree required for the Dermatology Surgery Department; Sixty semester hours in an accredited college, which includes two semesters of biology, two semesters of chemistry, and one semester of mathematics. . Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology in Histology. ASCP eligible and ASCP preferred. Minimum of two to three years in a routine histology laboratory with competence in routine histological techniques/functions and the ability to perform some of the more specialized techniques/functions in the laboratory preferred.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/HUP/Temporary--Histotechnologist-II_JR00048486-1
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