The Pathology Department is seeking a Histotechnologist II who under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager or Medical Director or Principal Investigator or designee, performs a variety of both routine and complex laboratory tests in accordance with established standards and procedures. This individual will perform a variety of technical procedures on clinical and research specimens in the histology laboratory. *Required attendance employee.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for performing the day-to-day technical procedures on clinical and research specimens including the following activities:

• Prepares tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist.
• Accessions and bills specimens.
• Maintains laboratory equipment.
• Programs tissue processors.
• Performs special stain techniques; embeds specimens; prepares various staining solutions; decalcification and staining of bone specimens using a modified H&E stain technique; operating automated slide and cassette printers.
• Performs quality assurance procedures such as block and slide match, reports discrepancies per standard operating procedure.
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment, routine repairs or notifying service personnel when more complex problems occur.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records. Provide accurate information on work conducted for client billing purposes.
• Performs related general duties such as ordering supplies, general lab housekeeping, and maintaining safety records.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Work produced is subject to precise measure of quantity and quality; Attention to detail is critical to the successful performance of this job as it directly affects research outcomes.
• Knowledge of normal human tissue morphology is essential. Able to perform paraffin as well as frozen sectioning, H&E staining, and to recognize discrepancies and take corrective action.
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to read and interpret direction, both oral and written, organize and prioritize work and follow through on assignments.
• Must be able to work successfully as part of a team in a high volume, dynamic laboratory.

Specific Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) up to 60% of the time. Occasionally required to traverse throughout the laboratory or to retrieve equipment, supplies, or specimens from other locations on campus. The employee is required to operate computer keyboard, laboratory instruments, and small laboratory tools such as pipettes, cutting instruments, glass tubes, dishes, and/or slides. Constantly repositions self to perform duties at laboratory workstations, gathering specimens, and loading equipment.
• Prolonged vision requirements including viewing computer screen, paper reports/documents, charts and results. Visual acuity is required to distinguish fine gradation of color or structure and closely examine specimens (including via a microscope).
• Position is primarily in a laboratory environment - Exposure to toxins and infectious agents exist, but potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed. Must refer to and are expected to comply with procedure manuals, follow proper laboratory protocols and safety policy/procedures, and be familiar with material data safety sheets in assigned work areas. Able to read and understand all Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) guidelines applicable to assigned work area. Working in laboratory where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working around lab equipment. Research areas may include animal, human, human products, DNA, and radiation protocols. Use of personal protective equipment may be advised or required.
• May transport equipment and supplies usually less than 40 pounds from one area to another (in the laboratory or on campus). May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with proper training, or precautions/lifting aides (example: supply boxes or Formalin cubes). In some areas workspace is limited.
• Staff may be required to complete annual competency review, and must ensure compliance with Johns Hopkins Policy, Laboratory Policy & Procedure, Health, Safety & Environment regulations, and all applicable privacy & confidentiality laws/practices.
• Many department laboratories operate 24/7 with schedules on day, evening, or night shift. Rotating schedules which may include weekend work and holiday assignment. Where designated positions are clinical or required attendance. In the event of a declared emergency, including but not limited to weather events, major disasters, or community unrest/events- staff may be required to report to work and/or remain at work.
• This is a Required Attendance position. In the event of unexpected university closings including inclement weather, the employee in this position is required to report to work and/or remain at work.

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited Histotechnology program.
• Two years of laboratory experience that includes some histology experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. 

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Histology or related field experience.

Classified Title: Histotechnologist II 
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CF  
Starting Salary Range: $22.75 - $40.50 HRLY ($60,844 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Pat Histology Lab 
Personnel area: School of Medicine