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IHC Technologist II

@ CellNetix
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Tukwila, Washington, United States
$40-$52/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Perform routine IHC testing, Maintain IHC instruments, Quality control and troubleshooting
Requirements Summary:Two years of histology experience; HT/HTL (ASCP) certified; IHC experience preferred; able to work independently or in a team; detail-oriented; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Technical Tools Mentioned:IHC staining instruments, microtomes, coverslippers, reagents
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ABOUT US



An unwavering pursuit of Excellence in Patient Care Every Diagnosis, Every Day. This is what we stand for.



CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is headquartered in the Seattle area in our state-of-the-art Central Processing Laboratory. As one of the largest AP labs in the United States, with over 300 staff members and 60+ distinguished Pathologists, we offer some of the most technologically advanced resources and service menus in the region. In addition, our cutting-edge Molecular Laboratory with next-generation sequencing offers groundbreaking personalized medicine testing. Our lab continues to grow in technology and scientific advancement while offering our employees a wide array of training and career progression pathways in Administration, Laboratory and Hospital Support, Histology, Cytology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Grossing and more. If our mission of patient care resonates with you, Come Grow With Us in Pursuit of Excellence.






Position Schedule: 10:00 AM-6:30 PM Monday - Friday




Position Summary:



The responsibility of an IHC Technologist II is to perform routine and specialized IHC staining procedures on tissue specimens. This involves preparing slides from paraffin-embedded tissue sections, operating and troubleshooting IHC instruments as well as ensuring quality control throughout the staining process. Some tasks performed by this position require the technician to be eligible for high complexity testing. Environmental hazards such as formalin, communicable disease, fresh human tissue, etc. are present in the workplace. The IHC Tech must adhere to strict HIPAA standards as well as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. This position can be considered for Lead responsibilities. 






Essential Duties:



IHC Technologist may perform any of the following duties or groups of duties:




  • Performs routine and specialized IHC testing using automated staining instruments and manual techniques.

  • Performs daily quality control checks on stained IHC slides.

  • Ensures quality control by validating reagents, monitoring staining quality, and troubleshooting technical issues.

  • Maintains and performs maintenance on microtomes, IHC stainers, coverslippers, etc.

  • Accurately labels all IHC reagents with appropriate hazardous warning labels in accordance with department guidelines and regulatory standards.

  • Cuts, files, and inventories controls and control blocks.

  • Pulls blocks, control slides, and paperwork for IHC orders.

  • Orders, inventories and stores reagents and supplies.

  • Labels slides and distributes cases to pathologists.

  • Makes antibodies.

  • Other duties as assigned.