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UPMC EM Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time EM Technician to join our Small Specialty Lab in the Department of Anatomic Pathology!
Purpose:
Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the EM / Renal Lab, while processing specimens from all age-related groups for evaluation by electron microscopy or other diagnostic procedures.
Responsibilities:
Cut frozen sections and perform immunofluorescence staining of kidney biopsies, skin biopsies, and other tissue.
Develop new methods and procedures under the guidance of the EM Lab Supervisor for improving patient care, diagnosis and/ or updating techniques.
Assist in maintaining a teaching file of blocks, grids, digital image CDs and slides for resident training.
Instruct pathology residents in techniques used in EM / Renal laboratory.
Proceed to the Ultrasound suite or other procedure area to collect specimens which may involve direct patient contact and requires handling of biohazard tissues and fluids.
Maintain a specimen log, all necessary records and files, a bank of frozen tissue for immunofluorescence, and tissue on hold for electron microscopy.
Process specimens for EM including, preparation and staining of thick and ultrathin sections, scoping, digital imaging, solution making, and general lab maintenance.
Maintain the laboratory in compliance with all CAP, OSHA, and JCAHO safety standards as defined by the regulatory agencies and the hospital safety committee.
Access EM laboratory specimens into Client Server Plus.
Presume on call all day.
Evaluate and divide incoming renal specimens into portions for EM, IF, and Histology.
Manage quality control of specimens.
B.S. degree in Chemistry or Biology with some experience in an Anatomic Pathology lab is preferred. Associate's degree in Chemistry or Biology, with at least 2 years of experience in an Anatomic Pathology lab will be considered. Equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered. Manual dexterity and good hand/eye coordination are essential. Ability to handle very tiny specimens while performing detailed techniques is necessary.12 hours of continuing education required
Previous experience with Electron Microscopy, Specimen Grossing, or Histology preferred
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran