Histotechnician - Winston Salem, NC

With 150+ locations in 17 states, Qual Derm Partners is the largest multi‑state, female‑founded and owned dermatology network in the U.S. At Qual Derm, we are united in our purpose: to educate, protect, and care for your skin. We are committed to bringing you the very best in comprehensive skin care so that you can achieve a confident, healthier, and more beautiful you!

Our mission is to educate communities and healthcare professionals about the importance of skin health; including skin cancer prevention, risk factors and how to achieve healthy skin through annual skin exams and dermatologic care.

We strive to provide the latest proven, proactive and comprehensive dermatologic care to populations in the expanding geographies we serve by making high‑quality skin care timelier and more accessible all while creating a rewarding work environment for our providers and employees.

Qual Derm is extremely proud to be a place where people want to come to work. As a fast‑growing medical and cosmetic dermatology provider, our team members all work together to ensure extraordinary care of our patients.

As we say, "you're either taking care of our patient or taking care of those caring for our patient."

This position delivers exceptional patient service by performing duties entailing preparation of tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to be used in the assistance of confirming a diagnosis provided by the pathologist.

• May assist with receipt of specimens and accessioning paraffin cases
• May assist with printing cassettes, slides and slide labels
• May assist with filing slides and pulling slides pertaining to prior cases
• Perform quality assurance checks
• Verify slide and block match for each case
• Compile cases and ensure slides are placed with corresponding patient requisition information
• Ensure stat cases are seen by pathologist with urgency, as soon as available
• Examine and prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis
• File blocks and slides appropriately
• Log cases in the biopsy book
• Understand slide stainer, staining cycles and be able to load/unload slide stainer
• Operate computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist
• Prepare slides of specimens, using specified stain, to enhance visibility under microscope
• Examine slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements
• Submit any outside materials that are needed for review
• May perform histochemistry (special stains) and immunohistochemistry (antibody detection) studies
• Manage unexpected lab situations, such as problems with instruments or detecting health problems that may cause unusual test results
• Operate and maintain instruments used for tissue processing, paraffin embedding and sectioning of specimens
• Perform recuts and additional stains including special and IHC stains, as requested by the Pathologist
• Maintain QC/QA records
• Maintain documentation as required by CLIA guidelines
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies and equipment on a regular basis; order supplies for laboratory. Maintain log of supplies as they are ordered
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein

• ASCP eligible/certified
• Knowledge of lab design and operation
• Minimum of two years of experience in a lab setting preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail oriented

• Competitive Pay - Attractive compensation to reward your hard work
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Includes Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to keep you covered
• Generous 401(k) Plan - Company matches 100% of the first 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Accrue PTO from day one, plus enjoy 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays each year
• Company-Paid Life Insurance - Peace of mind with basic life coverage, with the option for additional plans
• Disability Protection - Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect you in unexpected circumstances
• Additional Wellness Plans - Accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection plans for extra security
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
• Exclusive Employee Discounts - Save on products and services with special discounts just for you
• Referral Bonus Program - Earn bonuses by referring qualified candidates to join the team

Qual Derm Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Location:

Winston‑Salem, NC

Salary: $49,500.00 – $74,300.00