Neuromuscular and Electron Microscopy Technician

*_JOB DETAILS_*
*Department:*Electron Microscopy Lab
*FTE:*1.0
*Workdays:*Monday - Friday
*Shift(s):*Days
*Shift Length:*8 hours
*Location:*In-Person
*Purpose of this position:*Under direct supervision, performs advanced histology testing of moderate to complex difficulty. Uses specialized equipment and processes following established procedures. Demonstrates patient and family centered care behaviors.
*_RESPONSIBILITIES_*
* Gross muscle and/or nerve biopsy tissues following established protocols including fresh, formalin fixed, EM fixation or nerve teasing
* Properly orient and snap freeze muscle and/or nerve tissue utilizing liquid nitrogens
* Perform cryotomy of muscle and/or nerve specimens for optimal demonstration of various tissue structures
* Perform enzyme histochemistry staining on frozen sections following established procedures
* Perform complex procedures such as teasing single strand nerve fibers for pathologist review
...