"Clinical Technologist 3 - IHC"

Overview

Under limited direction of the IHC Manager and with thorough knowledge of histology and Immunohistochemistry, provide lead support with the processing and preparation of high quality IHC slides. Provide guidance, instruction, and assistance in all areas of routine and immunohistochemical processes.

Principal Responsibilities

Ability to perform Clinical Technologist I and Clinical Technologist II duties as needed. Provide lead support to Clinical Technologist Is, Clinical Technologist IIs, and other departmental staff. Oversee workflow and delegate responsibilities to uphold laboratory standards and deadlines, notifying the IHC Manager of any concerns and/or issues. Orient and train new department staff members. May also instruct first year residents on the basic histology/immunohistochemistry techniques as well as department specific policies. Develop, evaluate, and validate new techniques/assays in staining and tissue processing. Present new techniques/assays in a professional presentation to entire department, including IHC medical director and other pathologists. Provide instruction and guidance in areas of quality control. Assure compliance with all CAP, OEHS, OSHA, and other state and federal regulations. Assist IHC manager with CAP surveys, attainment of IHC control tissue, and other projects as needed. The hours for this position will be Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to midnight.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Proven leadership skills and ability to work with little direct supervision. Effectively guide and direct staff to efficiently run routine processes
2. Be able to de-escalate staff concerns and direct them to the IHC Manager. Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, clinical laboratory.
3. Can microscopically identify origin and tissue type. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of staff in a professional manner.
4. Proven reliability and dependability, even when not being directly supervised. Good attention to detail, especially when checking for accuracy and recording measurements. Familiarity with using a LIS.
5. Good manual dexterity and ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills

Six or more, years’ experience in a Pathology/Histology Laboratory. One year of experience in a leadershipposition. Knowledge of Immunohistochemical techniques. Bachelor’s degree - science. QIHC (ASCP)certification. Experience with automated IHC platforms - Leica Bonds/Roche Ultras. Experience using aLIS - CoPath. Experience preparing for CAP inspections.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Leads a unit or function, including overseeing and coordinating projects or work processes, and distributes the work of a minimum of two full time employees.
2. Performs laboratory tests and procedures in various areas. Records results and interprets and analyzes results of tests and procedures.
3. Tests for and ensures quality control of slides, specimens and cultures. Sets up, operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
4. Monitors, measures, identifies, investigates, reports, and resolves quality concerns and/or opportunities. Participates in and contributes to the development of new policies and procedures.
5. Oversees and instructs support staff. Serves as a source of information on specialized laboratory techniques and equipment operation.
6. Prepares specimens, tissue, bodily fluid samples, and other matter for analysis and diagnosis using specialized laboratory techniques.
7. Stains and mounts slides, prepares specialized solutions and media; and cultures tissues.
8. Develops and modifies laboratory techniques and procedures. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May photograph specimens and other matter and develop film.
9. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Job Details

Posted: 27-Nov-25

Location: New Haven, Connecticut

Categories: Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 130617WD

Hourly Range: $34.77

Job Category: Technician

Bargaining Unit: L34

Compensation Grade: Labor Grade E

Time Type: Full time

Duration Type: Staff

Work Model: On-site

Location: 789 Howard Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut