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What is a consultant histopathology?

A Consultant Histopathologist is a senior medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing diseases by examining tissues and cells under a microscope. They play a crucial role in identifying conditions such as cancer and infections, providing essential information for treatment decisions. Their work involves analyzing biopsy samples, guiding clinical teams, and sometimes conducting post-mortem examinations. Consultants also supervise laboratory operations, train junior doctors, and ensure diagnostic accuracy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a consultant histopathologist?

To thrive as a Consultant Histopathology, you need extensive knowledge in cellular pathology, diagnostic accuracy, and medical degrees such as MBBS with postgraduate qualifications like FRCPath or equivalent. Expertise in operating laboratory information management systems (LIMS), microscopy, and understanding of quality assurance protocols is essential. Strong communication, attention to detail, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills further distinguish top professionals in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring precise diagnoses, effective patient care, and seamless collaboration within healthcare teams.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a consultant histopathologist?

As a Consultant Histopathologist, your daily responsibilities include examining tissue samples under the microscope, producing formal diagnostic reports, and participating in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to discuss patient cases. You may also supervise or mentor junior doctors, review complex or unusual findings, and contribute to departmental audits and quality control initiatives. The role frequently involves close collaboration with surgeons, oncologists, and laboratory staff to ensure accurate diagnoses and optimal patient management. Beyond diagnostics, you might also engage in research, teaching, or help develop best practice protocols within your department.

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Histopathology Technologists - Signing Bonus

RWD Consulting

Silver Spring, MD

$50K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Histopathology Technologists - Signing Bonus
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Title: Histopathology Technologists - Signing Bonus ID: 2241 Location: Silver Spring, MD Openings: 1 Status: Full-Time
Description

Histopathology Technologist
Salary: $85,000.00 - $1,500 signing bonus 
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability and 401k with company match 
Shift 3:00 pm to 11:30pm
 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum five (5) years' work experience in a histology laboratory
  • Current certification for HT through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent
  • Possess the following skills:
  • Knowledge of the procedures used for the optimal sectioning of all tissue types.
  • Knowledge of tissue morphology to identify tissue type and to identify correct embedding, sectioning, and staining reactions.
  • Knowledge of basic teaching techniques to instruct and train other technicians and assist residents in training.
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all specialized and general laboratory equipment used in the laboratory.
  • Basic knowledge of computers.
  • Must be Citizen


Responsibilities

  • The contractor must be able to carry out all processing, embedding, sectioning and staining procedures related to histopathology specimen handling, to provide the best pathology materials for diagnosis.
  • Operate and maintain processors, embedding stations, automated strainers, microtome, cryostats, and other equipment used to prepare patient specimens for procedures requested by a pathologist.
  • Performs microtomy/cryotomy at a skill level sufficient to cut section of high quality.
  • Sets up technical procedures and other details necessary for processing frozen and paraffin sections or touch preparations.
  • Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the theory of fixation, dehydration, and infiltration of tissue samples.
  • Displays skill and proficiency in performing all aspects of microtomy and slide preparation for routine histology, special stains, immunohistochemistry, and collection for genetic studies.
  • Thorough knowledge and experience in tissue orientation and embedding in paraffin wax and proper microtomy techniques of all tissue types including bone.
  • Performs decalcification of all types of bone (dense cortical, bone, spongy cancellous bone, and very small bone marrow biopsies) using various acids and acid/fixative combinations.
  • Performs a full range of duties involved in special processing and staining of all tissue types including skin, bone, nerve, brain, and lymph nodes, etc., human and animal tissue.
  • Performs a wide variety of special stains demonstrating microorganisms, anatomical characteristics, carbohydrates and amyloidal, pigments, minerals and cytoplasmic granules and enzyme histochemistry manually and by automation.
  • Performs a wide variety of immunohistochemistry procedures, with full understanding of automated strainers, control selection, quality control review for appropriate staining, equipment preventative maintenance, chemical and antibody inventory management, and solution preparation.
  • Keeps accurate records of work output for collation of periodic reports, equipment maintenance QC logs and other logs/data that must be recorded. Files tissue blocks and slides.
  • Repair broken and damaged slides.
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