Histotechnologist II

JOB DESCRIPTION: Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You'll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Include but are not limited to the following: Label documentation of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) blocks, slides, and microcentrifuge tubes by following standard operating procedures (SOPs).Routine sectioning, fixation, and processing procedures related to hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining/slide production for fresh frozen (FF) and FFPE samples according to SOPs. Prepare and perform processing procedures for DNA and RNA analysis extraction according to SOPs. Label accessioned samples/sample containers and test requisition forms using the laboratory labeling system with assigned numbers specific to the patient case from laboratory information system (LIS) accessioning. Prepare and perform all aspects related to the routine processing of FF tissue samples, including preparation for tumor estimate procedures, according to SOPs. Accession and enter data of received patient samples and specific test requests into LIS according to SOPs. File and store all slides and FFPE tissue blocks. Assist with the initial quality review of incoming specimens. Maintain all histology equipment and corresponding documentation, including but not limited to quality control worksheets, preventive maintenance records, and day-to-day maintenance. Enter data into the histology portion of the information management system (IMS).Perform routine and/or non-routine histology procedures and regularly review work to ensure it is carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures. Perform microdissection of unstained slides in accordance with markings provided on stained slides. Prepare reagents, solutions, and controls. Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration. Assist in sample returns, as needed. Interact with pathologists and laboratory staff, in accordance with SOPs, to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner and with high quality. Provide materials and reagent receipt and