From tkngflght at yahoo.com Mon Jan 1 14:20:01 2018 From: tkngflght at yahoo.com (Cheryl) Date: Mon, 1 Jan 2018 20:20:01 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Histonet] Job - seeking hist lead or supervisor- Houston Tx In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1619325636.7195810.1514838001416@mail.yahoo.com> Hi Guys-? The happiest and prosperous New Year to you all! We're still seeking a Histology lab lead (to be developed into supervisor) or someone who has supervisory experience looking for a nice new job. Private Pathology-only reference lab.Derm and increasing GI and Uro specimen typesGreat work environment - rapid growth with lots of new opportunities still to come! Must be HT -? registered or better?Must be able/eligible to gross (CLIA compliant w experience preferred)Manage by example (carrot vs. stick) Open to all curious questions-- we've interviewed a bunch but still haven't found our lobster...?Cheryl Kerry, HT(ASCP)?? Operations ManagerADG Houston Path PLLCHouston TX? ckerry at adgpath.com | | Virus-free. www.avast.com | From criley at dpspa.com Tue Jan 2 13:36:38 2018 From: criley at dpspa.com (Charles Riley) Date: Tue, 2 Jan 2018 14:36:38 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Job Position Message-ID: Hello everyone. Just wanted to put this out there that there is a job opening At Doctors Pathology Services in Dover DE. It is a privately owned and operated pathology lab. The shift is negotiable with the preference being early morning or overnight shift. The salary is very competitive and there is opportunity to cross train in other departments. If you are interested in more details please contact me by replying to this e-mail. Happy New Year. -- Charles Riley BS HT, HTL(ASCP)CM Histopathology Coordinator/ Mohs From sbaldwin at mhhcc.org Wed Jan 3 11:41:16 2018 From: sbaldwin at mhhcc.org (Baldwin, Kathy) Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2018 17:41:16 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histology assist Message-ID: <095f186101fc4fe9a5b2b7f680d1c759@exch02.mhhcc.org> Hi Histonetters I was wondering if someone would share with me their policies about Histology Gross Techs, I have an assistant just for general histology BUT she has her Masters in Biology. Is there a policy that I can adapt to let her do more duties (without HT training)? S Kathy Baldwin ASCP, SCT Histology and Cytology Supervisor Ph 812-996-0210 Fax 812-996-0232 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information or otherwise protected by law. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. From kjohnson at moellerdermatology.com Thu Jan 4 08:35:21 2018 From: kjohnson at moellerdermatology.com (Kristina Johnson) Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2018 08:35:21 -0600 Subject: [Histonet] Extra unstained paraffin embedded tissue slides Message-ID: Good morning fellow Histo-peeps, I am needing to see how you file your extra unstained/ un-coverslipped paraffin tissue slides. You know the slides that were cut in case special stains were ordered but were never needed, or that were cut while cutting levels for alopecias or fine needle bx. and not stained. I have always filed them unstained, and un-coverslipped along with the remainder of the case number that had been stained and coverslipped. What do you do with your extra slides? -- *Kristina Johnson, HT (ASCP**)* Histologist Moeller Dermatology, LLC 1911 N. Webb Road Wichita, KS 67206 ? (316)682-7546 Ext:246 ? 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If you have received this e-mail in error, please respond to the individual sending the message and permanently delete the original and any copy of any e-mail and any printout thereof From Histology at nwlabs.co.uk Thu Jan 4 12:29:36 2018 From: Histology at nwlabs.co.uk (Histology) Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2018 18:29:36 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 4 Extra unstained paraffin embedded tissue slides (Kristina Johnson) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <464A2889-3DC5-448F-9327-DDDB1A70F09C@nwlabs.co.uk> Hi Kristina, You can always cut a section from a blank block of wax and cover over the unstained uncoverslipped sections and let them air dry before filing them away. 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Extra unstained paraffin embedded tissue slides (Kristina Johnson) _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet From SFinn at starplexscientific.com Thu Jan 4 12:34:31 2018 From: SFinn at starplexscientific.com (Susan Finn) Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2018 18:34:31 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] retiring Message-ID: Good afternoon, I would like you to remove me from your list, I am retiring, and will no longer have this email address. Thank you Best Regards, Susan Finn, Medical Laboratory Technologist QA/RA Technical Specialist Starplex Scientific Inc. 50A Steinway Blvd. Etobicoke, Ontario 416-674-7474x3054 IMPORTANT NOTICE: This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential, privileged and/or exempt from disclosure, and, are intended solely for the use of the named addressee. 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La distribution, la copie et la distribution non autoris?es ou la prise d'action sur la foi du contenu de ce courriel et de ses pi?ces jointes est strictement interdite. From mbireir at yahoo.com Thu Jan 4 12:51:56 2018 From: mbireir at yahoo.com (MANAHIL EL BIREIR) Date: Fri, 5 Jan 2018 07:51:56 +1300 Subject: [Histonet] IF in Bench Mark Ventana Message-ID: <68E039D8-9973-4EE4-9699-421DE2CF5CD5@yahoo.com> Hello Histonet, Happy new year :) > Would be very appreciated if any one share IF Protocol for Renal Bx and skin in Bench Mark Ventana. > Thanks, > Manahil Sent from my iPhone From Richard.Cartun at hhchealth.org Thu Jan 4 15:57:55 2018 From: Richard.Cartun at hhchealth.org (Cartun, Richard) Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2018 21:57:55 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Extra unstained paraffin embedded tissue slides In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9215BD4B0BA1B44D962A71C758B68D2E954AC893@HHCEXCHMB03.hhcsystem.org> We file our unstains separately and then discard after one year. Richard Richard W. Cartun, MS, PhD Director, Histology & The Martin M. Berman, MD Immunopathology & Morphologic Proteomics Laboratory Director, Biospecimen Collection Programs Assistant Director, Anatomic Pathology Hartford Hospital 80 Seymour Street Hartford, CT 06102 (860) 972-1596 (860) 545-2204 Fax -----Original Message----- From: Kristina Johnson via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Thursday, January 04, 2018 9:35 AM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Extra unstained paraffin embedded tissue slides EXTERNAL email from Outside HHC! Do NOT open attachments or click links from unknown senders. Good morning fellow Histo-peeps, I am needing to see how you file your extra unstained/ un-coverslipped paraffin tissue slides. You know the slides that were cut in case special stains were ordered but were never needed, or that were cut while cutting levels for alopecias or fine needle bx. and not stained. I have always filed them unstained, and un-coverslipped along with the remainder of the case number that had been stained and coverslipped. What do you do with your extra slides? -- *Kristina Johnson, HT (ASCP**)* Histologist Moeller Dermatology, LLC 1911 N. Webb Road Wichita, KS 67206 ? (316)682-7546 Ext:246 ? (316)682-7554 www.moellerdermatology.com Facebook Twitter This e-mail, and any attachments thereto, is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail (or the person responsible for delivering this document to the intended recipient), you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, printing or copying of this e-mail, and any attachments thereto, is strictly prohibited. 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In an interview it is hard to access what a person is capable of, would it be acceptable for me to have applicants performs a cutting time test? I am open to hiring new techs, but I want to make sure we are not hamstrung by a great interviewer with a lacking technical skill set. Thanks! -- Erin McCarthy, HT (ASCP) Histotechnician Tempus Labs 600 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago IL 60654 Ph:(312) 638-6344 Ext.3835 -- This email and any attachments may contain privileged and confidential information and/or protected health information (PHI) that is protected by federal and state privacy laws. It is intended solely for the use of Tempus Labs and the recipient(s) named above. Nothing contained in this communication and any attachments thereto is intended to waive any privileges or rights of confidentiality. If you are not the recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution, printing or copying of this email message and/or any attachments is strictly prohibited. * If you have received this transmission in error, please notify us immediately at **(855)-442-8305** and permanently delete this email and any attachments*. From jaylundgren at gmail.com Mon Jan 8 11:21:43 2018 From: jaylundgren at gmail.com (Jay Lundgren) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 06:21:43 +1300 Subject: [Histonet] Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: This is why we used to have a practical on our exam. Sigh... On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 5:19 AM, Erin McCarthy via Histonet < histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: > Hi All, > > I work at a Start-Up and I was our first hire. I have been practicing since > 2011 when I got my certification. However, we are looking to expand, what > would you suggest our baseline technical competencies be for a position > that focuses exclusively on cutting and IHC. In an interview it is hard to > access what a person is capable of, would it be acceptable for me to have > applicants performs a cutting time test? > > I am open to hiring new techs, but I want to make sure we are not hamstrung > by a great interviewer with a lacking technical skill set. > > Thanks! > > -- > > Erin McCarthy, HT (ASCP) > Histotechnician > > Tempus Labs > 600 W. Chicago Ave. > Chicago IL 60654 > Ph:(312) 638-6344 Ext.3835 > > -- > This email and any attachments may contain privileged and confidential > information and/or protected health information (PHI) that is protected by > federal and state privacy laws. It is intended solely for the use of > Tempus Labs and the recipient(s) named above. Nothing contained in this > communication and any attachments thereto is intended to waive any > privileges or rights of confidentiality. If you are not the recipient, or > the employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the > intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, > distribution, printing or copying of this email message and/or any > attachments is strictly prohibited. * If you have received this > transmission in error, please notify us immediately at **(855)-442-8305** > and > permanently delete this email and any attachments*. > _______________________________________________ > Histonet mailing list > Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu > http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet > From jqb7 at cdc.gov Mon Jan 8 11:40:14 2018 From: jqb7 at cdc.gov (Sanders, Jeanine (CDC/OID/NCEZID)) Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2018 17:40:14 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <722327aebacb4ea2b8d60f8b5b8da886@cdc.gov> Amen! Jeanine H. Sanders Infectious Diseases Pathology Branch Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Rd., NE MS-G32 Atlanta, GA 30329 -----Original Message----- From: Jay Lundgren via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Monday, January 8, 2018 12:22 PM To: Erin McCarthy Cc: histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs This is why we used to have a practical on our exam. Sigh... On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 5:19 AM, Erin McCarthy via Histonet < histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: > Hi All, > > I work at a Start-Up and I was our first hire. I have been practicing > since > 2011 when I got my certification. However, we are looking to expand, > what would you suggest our baseline technical competencies be for a > position that focuses exclusively on cutting and IHC. In an interview > it is hard to access what a person is capable of, would it be > acceptable for me to have applicants performs a cutting time test? > > I am open to hiring new techs, but I want to make sure we are not > hamstrung by a great interviewer with a lacking technical skill set. > > Thanks! > > -- > > Erin McCarthy, HT (ASCP) > Histotechnician > > Tempus Labs > 600 W. Chicago Ave. > Chicago IL 60654 > Ph:(312) 638-6344 Ext.3835 > > -- > This email and any attachments may contain privileged and confidential > information and/or protected health information (PHI) that is > protected by federal and state privacy laws. It is intended solely > for the use of Tempus Labs and the recipient(s) named above. Nothing > contained in this communication and any attachments thereto is > intended to waive any privileges or rights of confidentiality. If you > are not the recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for > delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby > notified that any review, dissemination, distribution, printing or > copying of this email message and/or any attachments is strictly > prohibited. * If you have received this transmission in error, please > notify us immediately at **(855)-442-8305** and permanently delete > this email and any attachments*. > _______________________________________________ > Histonet mailing list > Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu > http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet > _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet From shive003 at umn.edu Mon Jan 8 15:53:58 2018 From: shive003 at umn.edu (Jan Shivers) Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2018 15:53:58 -0600 Subject: [Histonet] Bordetella IHC Message-ID: Are there any veterinary labs that do Bordetella IHC and can accept tissue from outside of the US? Asking for a colleague. Thanks in advance. Jan Shivers Senior Scientist IHC/Histology Section Manager Pathology Teaching Program Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory University of Minnesota 1333 Gortner Ave. St. Paul, MN 55108 612-624-7297 shive003 at umn.edu *Confidentiality Notice: This message, together with any attachments, is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential or privileged information. If you think you have received this message in error, please advise the sender and then delete this message and any attachments immediately.* From nelsonrnch at verizon.net Mon Jan 8 16:40:38 2018 From: nelsonrnch at verizon.net (Patti Nelson - PN Lab Consultant) Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2018 17:40:38 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] GROSSING UNDER DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A PATHOLOGIST Message-ID: <160d7eec83f-1d28-4c62@webjas-vaa154.srv.aolmail.net> Hello histoland, Can anyone direct me to any regulation that said a uncertified Histotechnician can gross (small bx totally submitted) under direct supervision. Thank you in advance. Sincerely, PATTI NELSON H.T.(ASCP) SUPERVISOR DGC/ZADEH LABS PO BOX 412 CABAZON, CA. 92230 909-841-9761 nelsonrnch at verizon.net CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE:This message and any included attachments are from Patti Nelson, PNP Laboratory Consultants and are intended only for the addressee. The information contained in this message is confidential and may contain privileged, confidential, proprietary and/or exemption from disclosure under applicable law. Unauthorized forwarding, printing, copying, distribution, or use of such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the addressee, please promptly delete this message and notify the sender ofthe delivery error by e-mail or you may call 909-841-9761. From jmcgough at clinlab.com Mon Jan 8 17:11:11 2018 From: jmcgough at clinlab.com (=?utf-8?Q?Jason_McGough?=) Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2018 16:11:11 -0700 Subject: [Histonet] GROSSING UNDER DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A PATHOLOGIST In-Reply-To: <160d7eec83f-1d28-4c62@webjas-vaa154.srv.aolmail.net> References: <160d7eec83f-1d28-4c62@webjas-vaa154.srv.aolmail.net> Message-ID: Here are the CAP Regulations: ANP.11605 Gross Examination - Non-Pathologist Phase II When individuals other than a pathologist or pathology resident assist in gross examinations, the extent of their activities and the nature of supervision (direct vs. indirect) is defined in a written protocol. NOTE: This protocol must list the specific types of specimens for which non-pathologists are permitted to assist in the gross examination. The nature of the supervision must be established individually, for each non-pathologist. The laboratory director is responsible for this protocol. For Mohs surgery a dermatologist is also qualified to perform the gross examination and to supervise non-pathologists. REFERENCES 1) Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Clinical laboratory improvement amendments of 1988; final rule. Fed Register. 1992(Feb 28):7183 [42CFR493.1489(b)(7)] 2) Cibull ML. Q&A. Northfield, IL: College of American Pathologists CAP Today. 1997;11(7):112 3) Grzybicki DM, et al. National practice characteristics and utilization of pathologists' assistants. Arch Pathol Lab Med. 2001;125:905-912 ANP.11610 Gross Examination Qualifications Phase II If individuals other than a pathologist or pathology resident assist in gross examinations, such individuals qualify as high complexity testing personnel under CLIA regulations. NOTE: Grossing is defined as a tissue examination requiring judgment and knowledge of anatomy. This includes the dissection of the specimen, selection of tissue, and any level of examination/description of the tissue including color, weight, measurement or other characteristics of the tissue. The laboratory director may delegate the dissection of specimens to non-pathologist individuals; these individuals must be qualified as high complexity testing personnel under the CLIA regulations. The minimum training/experience required of such personnel is: 1. An earned associate degree in a chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution, OR 2. Education/training equivalent to the above that includes the following: ? 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination, AND ? Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLA, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR at least three months of recorded laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing. It is the responsibility of the laboratory director to determine whether an individual's education,training and experience satisfy the requirements of this checklist requirement. This checklist requirement applies only to laboratories subject to US regulations. Evidence of Compliance: ? Records of qualifications including degree or transcript and work history in related field REFERENCES 1) Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Clinical laboratory improvement amendments of 1988; final rule. Fed Register. 2003(Oct 1):1070-1071 [42CFR493.1489], 1071-1072 [42CFR493.1491] ANP.11640 Competency Assessment of Non-Pathologists Phase II The competency of non-pathologist(s) who assist in the performance of gross tissue examinations is assessed by the pathologist at least annually. NOTE: Please refer to GEN.55500, Competency Assessment, in the Laboratory General checklist for a list of criteria and frequency for competency assessment. Not all six elements may apply in all cases. For Mohs surgery a dermatologist is also qualified to perform the gross examination and evaluate non-pathologists. Evidence of Compliance: ? Written procedure and schedule for assessing competency of non-pathologists AND ? Records of competency assessment performed at a defined frequency REFERENCES 1) Cibull ML. Q&A. Northfield, IL: College of American Pathologists CAP Today. 1997;11(7):112 2) Grzybicki DM, et al. The usefulness of pathologists' assistants. Am J Clin Pathol. 1999;112:619-626 3) Galvis CO, et al. Pathologists' assistants practice. A measurement of performance. Am J Clin Pathol. 2001;116:816-822 Jason McGough, HT(ASCP) Operations Manager Clinical Laboratory of the Black Hills 605-343-2267 jmcgough at clinlab.com www.clinlab.com -----Original message----- > From:Patti Nelson - PN Lab Consultant via Histonet > > Sent: Monday, January 8, 2018 3:58 PM > To: Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu > Subject: [Histonet] GROSSING UNDER DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A PATHOLOGIST > > Hello histoland, > > > Can anyone direct me to any regulation that said a uncertified Histotechnician can gross (small bx totally submitted) under direct supervision. Thank you in advance. > > > Sincerely, > > PATTI NELSON H.T.(ASCP) > SUPERVISOR DGC/ZADEH LABS > PO BOX 412 > CABAZON, CA. 92230 > 909-841-9761 > nelsonrnch at verizon.net > CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE:This message and any included attachments are from Patti Nelson, PNP Laboratory Consultants and are intended only for the addressee. The information contained in this message is confidential and may contain privileged, confidential, proprietary and/or exemption from disclosure under applicable law. Unauthorized forwarding, printing, copying, distribution, or use of such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the addressee, please promptly delete this message and notify the sender ofthe delivery error by e-mail or you may call 909-841-9761. > > _______________________________________________ > Histonet mailing list > Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu > http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet > > From tbraud at holyredeemer.com Tue Jan 9 08:23:17 2018 From: tbraud at holyredeemer.com (Terri Braud) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 14:23:17 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] cutting test Message-ID: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA7335@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> Please be sure to clear any use of a "cutting test" during the interview process with your institution's legal department. If an interviewee should cut themselves, the liability could be steep. If you have a clearly defined minimum cutting speed/quality, a better solution would be to hire the best fit for your lab, then, if they can't meet the minimum requirements, then it's easy to let them go during the probationary period. That's what it's for. Terri Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 Care, Comfort, and Heal Today's Topics: 2. Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs (Erin McCarthy) 3. Re: Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs (Jay Lundgren) 4. Re: Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs (Sanders, Jeanine (CDC/OID/NCEZID)) Message: 2 Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2018 10:19:00 -0600 From: Erin McCarthy Hi All, I work at a Start-Up and I was our first hire. I have been practicing since 2011 when I got my certification. However, we are looking to expand, what would you suggest our baseline technical competencies be for a position that focuses exclusively on cutting and IHC. In an interview it is hard to access what a person is capable of, would it be acceptable for me to have applicants performs a cutting time test? I am open to hiring new techs, but I want to make sure we are not hamstrung by a great interviewer with a lacking technical skill set. Thanks! Erin McCarthy, HT (ASCP) Histotechnician Tempus Labs 600 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago IL 60654 Ph:(312) 638-6344 Ext.3835 From relia1 at earthlink.net Tue Jan 9 09:06:39 2018 From: relia1 at earthlink.net (Pam Barker) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 10:06:39 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Happy New Year! Message-ID: <000001d3895b$73b298f0$5b17cad0$@earthlink.net> Hi Histonetters! Happy New Year!!!! Here?s to a terrific 2018!!!!!!! How did you ring in the New Year? I hope you had fun ushering out 2017 and welcoming in 2018. I know I am looking forward to an exciting new year. I wanted to drop you this quick line to let you know that I have been chatting with clients and have some exciting new opportunities. Here is a list of my current open positions: Leadership: *Product Manager IHC/Molecular ? San Francisco Bay area!* ? Histology Supervisor ? Toledo, OH ? Histology Supervisor ? Birmingham, AL ? Pathology Lab Manager ? Louisville, KY ? Application Specialist ? San Diego, CA ? Application Specialist ? San Francisco Bay area Histotechnicians/Histotechnologists: *Histotechnician/Histotechnologist- Charlotte, NC* ? Dermpath Histotech ? Birmingham, AL ? Histotech ? Austin, TX ? learn IHC! ? Histotech ? San Diego, CA ? CLIA qualified to gross! ? Histotech ? Lexington, MA ? Histotech ? Falmouth, MA ? Application Specialist ? San Diego, CA ? Application Specialist ? San Francisco Bay area All of these are full time positions and my clients offer excellent compensation, benefits and in most cases relocation assistance and or a sign on bonus. For more information please contact me by e-mail: relia1 at earthlink.net or toll free: 866-607-3542 or you can reach me on my cell/text: 407-353-5070. If none of these positions interest you and you are on the hunt for a new position NOW please drop me an email and let me know what you are looking for. My phone is ringing off the hook and your next opportunity could be just a phone call away. When I get the call I want to know to call YOU! If you are set in your current position Congratulations! and thank you for taking the time to read my email. I have new positions coming in all of the time and you never know when something might interest you or a friend or coworker. The best part is if you refer someone and I place them you will earn a referral fee! So please stay tuned for my next email! Happy New Year to You & Yours!! I wish you a year of love, laughter, good health & prosperity. Thanks! Pam Thanks-Pam Right Place, Right Time, Right Move with RELIA! Thank You! ?Pam M. Barker ? Pam Barker President/Senior Recruiting Specialist-Histology RELIA Solutions Specialists in Allied Healthcare Recruiting 5703 Red Bug Lake Road #330 Winter Springs, FL 32708-4969 Phone: (407)657-2027 Cell:???? (407)353-5070 FAX:???? (407)678-2788 E-mail: relia1 at earthlink.net www.facebook.com/PamBarkerRELIA www.linkedin.com/in/reliasolutions www.twitter.com/pamatrelia From Linda.Margraf at cookchildrens.org Tue Jan 9 09:43:52 2018 From: Linda.Margraf at cookchildrens.org (Linda Margraf) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 15:43:52 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] FW: Call for abstracts Message-ID: <5c60de40e86645d1990de7a71f0418d0@MBX10.CCHCS.LDAP> Here is a message I am posting from Melinda?. Begin forwarded message: From: "Hamilton, Melinda A" > Date: January 8, 2018 at 5:10:45 PM CST The ARIZONA SOCIETY FOR HISTOTECHNOLOGY 2018. CALL FOR ABSTRACTS. Friends and Colleagues, we are now accepting Abstracts Submissions for the 2018 Arizona Society for Histotechnology Regional Symposium that will be held June 1-3 in Phoenix Arizona. We are looking for Management, IHC, Special Stains, Routine Histology, Molecular and MOHs. Please submit your abstracts to Antonia Miller (alvmillerash at gmail.com) no later than March 1,2018. Melinda A Hamilton Histotechnician/ MOHs/ Cryo Lab Arizonia Society for Histotechnology President Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center From Toni.Rathborne at RWJBH.org Tue Jan 9 10:16:07 2018 From: Toni.Rathborne at RWJBH.org (Rathborne, Toni) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 16:16:07 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] cutting test In-Reply-To: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA7335@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> References: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA7335@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> Message-ID: If a "practical" interview is permitted, I would also have the applicant embed some control tissue. You can tell a lot about a person's habits by observing them actually work. Can they talk and embed/cut at the same time, or do they stop working? Are they conscientious about specimen identification, cross-contamination, and quality? Or do they just speed through their work without paying attention, or are they too slow for your expectations? Quite often these traits will carry over to other areas of a person's work habits, and you may find that this method is beneficial. Toni ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ NOTICE: This e-mail and its attachments, if any, may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information protected by law. It is intended only for use by the named addressee(s). If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail and its attachments, if any, is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error, please immediately notify the sender by telephone or by reply e-mail, and permanently delete this e-mail and the attachments, if any, and destroy any printouts. -----Original Message----- From: Terri Braud via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2018 9:23 AM To: 'histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: Re: [Histonet] cutting test *** This is an External Email *** Please be sure to clear any use of a "cutting test" during the interview process with your institution's legal department. If an interviewee should cut themselves, the liability could be steep. If you have a clearly defined minimum cutting speed/quality, a better solution would be to hire the best fit for your lab, then, if they can't meet the minimum requirements, then it's easy to let them go during the probationary period. That's what it's for. Terri Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 Care, Comfort, and Heal Today's Topics: 2. Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs (Erin McCarthy) 3. Re: Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs (Jay Lundgren) 4. Re: Suggested Requirements for new uncertified HTs (Sanders, Jeanine (CDC/OID/NCEZID)) Message: 2 Date: Mon, 8 Jan 2018 10:19:00 -0600 From: Erin McCarthy Hi All, I work at a Start-Up and I was our first hire. I have been practicing since 2011 when I got my certification. However, we are looking to expand, what would you suggest our baseline technical competencies be for a position that focuses exclusively on cutting and IHC. In an interview it is hard to access what a person is capable of, would it be acceptable for me to have applicants performs a cutting time test? I am open to hiring new techs, but I want to make sure we are not hamstrung by a great interviewer with a lacking technical skill set. Thanks! Erin McCarthy, HT (ASCP) Histotechnician Tempus Labs 600 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago IL 60654 Ph:(312) 638-6344 Ext.3835 _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.utsouthwestern.edu_mailman_listinfo_histonet&d=DwICAg&c=LfJFs5tz11XIvZ1zGnYRWYcpprcdQWHKbyr0OjT-Gjk&r=OywojvDeqnDOvbIWXIx1jW-8xZXD1RJBnKKp8Mh6i_g&m=qNbJUWovnmrqsXdDTZWoa7mbV1DpAQGYzbSh56VbsIU&s=t0OFtv51R-tXtRg-IxlZqTz1DHzG8zKB4YFsicfXpDY&e= From BZIMMERM at augusta.edu Tue Jan 9 12:08:00 2018 From: BZIMMERM at augusta.edu (Zimmerman, Billie) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 18:08:00 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Mohs Tissue Message-ID: How many of you are fixing and embedding residual tissue from Mohs surgery? Billie Zimmerman MT(ASCP)QIHC From ccrowder25 at gmail.com Tue Jan 9 13:03:14 2018 From: ccrowder25 at gmail.com (Cheryl Crowder) Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 13:03:14 -0600 Subject: [Histonet] Excell Plus In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello - has anyone used the non-formalin fixative Excell Plus? I have a researcher who wants to use it. I'm particularly interested in it's dehydration ability since it is mostly alcohol based. Thank you. Cheryl Crowder LSU Ag Center From Blanca.Lopez at UTSouthwestern.edu Wed Jan 10 08:25:15 2018 From: Blanca.Lopez at UTSouthwestern.edu (Blanca Lopez) Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:25:15 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] cell blocks and frozen for IHC Message-ID: <0f79996326654bda963324a968a5e2d4@SWMS13MAIL12.swmed.org> Hello! Histonettes, Is anyone willing to guide me on how can I start preparing frozen sections and cell blocks to perform immunostains please. I never done this before. My mainly experience is being paraffin. What are the materials that you suggest like slides or specific reagents, fixation, pretreatments, etc. I currently use Dako Autostainer link 48 to do all my IHC. Thank You:) Blanca Lopez HT (ASCP) UT Southwestern Medical Center UTSTR Biorepository /Tissue Bank Histology Lab 214-648-7598 blanca.lopez at utsouthwestern.edu ________________________________ UT Southwestern Medical Center The future of medicine, today. From Mark.Pawlowski at jefferson.edu Wed Jan 10 12:11:38 2018 From: Mark.Pawlowski at jefferson.edu (Mark Pawlowski) Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 18:11:38 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Mohs tissue In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: We receive some of the mohs layers for permanents, but it is not usual. The mohs tech just plops the specimen into the formalin container without trimming off the OCT, and includes the inking diagram on the path slip. ________________________________ From: histonet-request at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2018 1:00 PM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 9 WARNING: External Email - This email originated outside of Jefferson. DO NOT CLICK links or attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the email. 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Excell Plus (Cheryl Crowder) 3. cell blocks and frozen for IHC (Blanca Lopez) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 18:08:00 +0000 From: "Zimmerman, Billie" To: "histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu" Subject: [Histonet] Mohs Tissue Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" How many of you are fixing and embedding residual tissue from Mohs surgery? Billie Zimmerman MT(ASCP)QIHC ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Tue, 9 Jan 2018 13:03:14 -0600 From: Cheryl Crowder To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Excell Plus Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Hello - has anyone used the non-formalin fixative Excell Plus? I have a researcher who wants to use it. I'm particularly interested in it's dehydration ability since it is mostly alcohol based. Thank you. Cheryl Crowder LSU Ag Center ------------------------------ Message: 3 Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:25:15 +0000 From: Blanca Lopez To: "histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu" Subject: [Histonet] cell blocks and frozen for IHC Message-ID: <0f79996326654bda963324a968a5e2d4 at SWMS13MAIL12.swmed.org> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hello! Histonettes, Is anyone willing to guide me on how can I start preparing frozen sections and cell blocks to perform immunostains please. I never done this before. My mainly experience is being paraffin. What are the materials that you suggest like slides or specific reagents, fixation, pretreatments, etc. I currently use Dako Autostainer link 48 to do all my IHC. Thank You:) Blanca Lopez HT (ASCP) UT Southwestern Medical Center UTSTR Biorepository /Tissue Bank Histology Lab 214-648-7598 blanca.lopez at utsouthwestern.edu ________________________________ UT Southwestern Medical Center The future of medicine, today. ------------------------------ Subject: Digest Footer _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flists.utsouthwestern.edu%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fhistonet&data=02%7C01%7Cmark.pawlowski%40jefferson.edu%7C19bb55bdae044c7f822008d558541509%7C55a89906c710436bbc444c590cb67c4a%7C0%7C0%7C636512040517573121&sdata=0X1V7oZKHem0N3aT88SR6csJHs9JZztThdxYDaAo7mE%3D&reserved=0 ------------------------------ End of Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 9 **************************************** The information contained in this transmission contains privileged and confidential information. It is intended only for the use of the person named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution or duplication of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply email and destroy all copies of the original message. CAUTION: Intended recipients should NOT use email communication for emergent or urgent health care matters. From greg.dobbin at gmail.com Wed Jan 10 12:56:52 2018 From: greg.dobbin at gmail.com (Greg Dobbin) Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:56:52 -0400 Subject: [Histonet] re; cell blocks and frozen for IHC Message-ID: No pretreatments for anything that is not formalin fixed. I think 95% ETOH for a fixative but but others may have a better idea than I. Greg -- *Greg Dobbin* 1205 Pleasant Grove Rd RR#2 York, PE C0A 1P0 *Everything in moderation...even moderation itself**!* From brannon at alliedsearchpartners.com Wed Jan 10 13:13:28 2018 From: brannon at alliedsearchpartners.com (Brannon Owens) Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 19:13:28 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histotech job opening in San Diego, CA Message-ID: Happy New Year! We have a client in San Diego, CA looking for an experienced Histotech to perform general histology duties on a Monday ? Friday day shift. This is a full time/permanent job opportunity for direct hire. Interested candidates please send an updated resume to info at alliedsearchpartners.com. As always, additional histology and related pathology openings can be found on our website at: http://www.alliedsearchpartners.com/careers Brannon Owens VP/Director of Recruitment Allied Search Partners LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbrannonowens/ http://www.alliedsearchpartners.com T: 888.388.7571 ext. 106 Direct Line: 407.413.9421 F: 888.388.7572 From JMacDonald at mtsac.edu Wed Jan 10 16:47:02 2018 From: JMacDonald at mtsac.edu (Jennifer MacDonald) Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:47:02 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] reference lab in So.CAL Message-ID: I have a colleague looking for a lab that can handle about 400 specimens for H&E staining. Any recommendations? From c.tague at Pathologyarts.com Thu Jan 11 10:00:15 2018 From: c.tague at Pathologyarts.com (Curt) Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2018 16:00:15 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] american master tech retic component Message-ID: <9C8F910F72893643B3C3793C3D67132B68AF5248@PATHOLOGYSERVER.pathologyarts.local> So I know they won't disclose this information if I call but I'd like to find a work around for the little silver vials provided by American master tech. Not that there is a problem with the quality of their product, I just want to cut my costs a little. Does anyone know what is in that little vial they sell with their retic kit, the recipe? If they see this, I think they'll probably be a little irritated... sorry. Thanks , Curt CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and destroy any copies of this information. From JMacDonald at mtsac.edu Thu Jan 11 15:27:05 2018 From: JMacDonald at mtsac.edu (Jennifer MacDonald) Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2018 13:27:05 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] Reference Lab in So. CAL Message-ID: Thank you to all that responded. I have a little more information about the project. The specimens are subdermal implants in mouse. The specimens are cylinders about 5 mm long. The first student has about 400 specimens and there may be more to follow. The tissue has been fixed in formalin and they are currently in the formalin. The are ready to be processed. They would like H&Es on the tissues. Turn around time is not critical, but they would like it to be done in less than a couple of weeks. Local labs are preferred for time and ease of specimen handling reasons. They are located in Monrovia. Shipping out of state or country is not feasible. Estimated cost and time frame would help. I can pass your contact information on to the facility. Thank you, Jennifer MacDonald From cforster at umn.edu Thu Jan 11 15:48:34 2018 From: cforster at umn.edu (Colleen Forster) Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2018 15:48:34 -0600 Subject: [Histonet] Reference Lab in So. CAL In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello Jennifer, I am located in Minneapolis, MN so they would have to ship them to me. The turn around time is very doable. Let me know if they would even consider my lab before I go through the work of a cost estimate. We have done projects like this before, I would love the opportunity to work with them.. Respectfully, Colleen Forster HT(ASCP)QIHC BLS Histology and IHC Laboratory University of Minnesota 612-626-1930 On Thu, Jan 11, 2018 at 3:27 PM, Jennifer MacDonald via Histonet < histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: > Thank you to all that responded. I have a little more information about > the project. > > The specimens are subdermal implants in mouse. The specimens are > cylinders about 5 mm long. The first student has about 400 specimens and > there may be more to follow. The tissue has been fixed in formalin and > they are currently in the formalin. The are ready to be processed. They > would like H&Es on the tissues. Turn around time is not critical, but > they would like it to be done in less than a couple of weeks. > > Local labs are preferred for time and ease of specimen handling reasons. > They are located in Monrovia. Shipping out of state or country is not > feasible. > Estimated cost and time frame would help. I can pass your contact > information on to the facility. > > Thank you, > Jennifer MacDonald > > _______________________________________________ > Histonet mailing list > Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu > http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet > From Ryan.Roy at va.gov Fri Jan 12 09:39:05 2018 From: Ryan.Roy at va.gov (Roy, Ryan) Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:39:05 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] New Cap cross contamination at gross bench Message-ID: Anyone out there see the new CAP requirement regarding cross contamination at gross bench and cleaning of forceps. How are other people planning to comply. My supervisor has instructed me to use a Germinatior 500 at gross bench and at Embedd center. I have no experience using these sterilizers but my initial thought is that I will need to be really careful not to inadvertently apply too much heat to the tissue. Any thoughts appreciated, Ryan Roy HTL (ASCP) Manchester VA Medical Center From tbraud at holyredeemer.com Fri Jan 12 10:05:32 2018 From: tbraud at holyredeemer.com (Terri Braud) Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 16:05:32 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Hacks - the book Message-ID: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA7FAD@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> I just wanted to share a quick review of the new book "Histology Hacks", by Michael Backhus. It is the kind of book that brings together all of the little tidbits that a tech picks up along a lifetime of working and networking with others. It is well organized and the information is presented with the pros and cons of each hint. The big bonus was that by flipping through the book in my department, it started a conversation on techniques and experiences with similar tips. Anything that gets your Histology team excitedly talking about their profession is well worth the relatively small investment. It would make a great staff present for Lab Week. I don't know Michael, but kudos! Check it out on Amazon. Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 Care, Comfort, and Heal From c.tague at Pathologyarts.com Fri Jan 12 11:44:25 2018 From: c.tague at Pathologyarts.com (Curt) Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 17:44:25 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Type AB Thymoma Message-ID: <9C8F910F72893643B3C3793C3D67132B68AF593F@PATHOLOGYSERVER.pathologyarts.local> Any thoughts on what this might be useful for in terms of controls and/or research? I just obtained a large specimen and wonder if there is any real need to process and store it... Thanks, Curt CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and destroy any copies of this information. From lblazek at digestivespecialists.com Fri Jan 12 12:03:08 2018 From: lblazek at digestivespecialists.com (Blazek, Linda) Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 13:03:08 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Hacks - the book In-Reply-To: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA7FAD@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> References: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA7FAD@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> Message-ID: <5A2BD13465E061429D6455C8D6B40E3928344B3D80@IBMB7Exchange.digestivespecialists.com> I agree with Terri! We have a newly registered tech and several of us "oldies" and it started a great dialog on tips we have run across in the years. The book has some things we had forgotten too! We all have been enjoying reading and adding little comments. Since we are a GI lab it was great to have some of the other hints that our new tech hasn't had much exposure to. Good job Michael! Linda Linda Blazek HT (ASCP) Pathology Lab Manager GI Pathology of Dayton Digestive Specialists, Inc Phone: (937) 396-2623 Email: lblazek at digestivespecialists.com -----Original Message----- From: Terri Braud via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Friday, January 12, 2018 11:06 AM To: 'histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Histology Hacks - the book I just wanted to share a quick review of the new book "Histology Hacks", by Michael Backhus. It is the kind of book that brings together all of the little tidbits that a tech picks up along a lifetime of working and networking with others. It is well organized and the information is presented with the pros and cons of each hint. The big bonus was that by flipping through the book in my department, it started a conversation on techniques and experiences with similar tips. Anything that gets your Histology team excitedly talking about their profession is well worth the relatively small investment. It would make a great staff present for Lab Week. I don't know Michael, but kudos! Check it out on Amazon. Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 Care, Comfort, and Heal _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet From tbraud at holyredeemer.com Fri Jan 12 13:21:54 2018 From: tbraud at holyredeemer.com (Terri Braud) Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:21:54 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Cross Contamination CAP policy Message-ID: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA8148@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> Hi Roy! The "Germinator 500" Sounds like something from Phineas and Ferb. Hahaha. Anyway - The mandate from CAP is designed to clean the instruments, not sterilize them. If the instruments aren't cleaned before stuffing them into a 250'C trough of glass beads (the Germinator), you will just have burnt on fragments of other tissue stuck on forceps. The thought of what molten paraffin at the embedding unit would do to those glass beads is downright scary. I would certainly check with the manufacturer of both the unit, and the paraffin before attempting. Also, the Germinator manual states that instruments be allowed to cool for 30 seconds before reuse. Can you imagine how that might slow everything down. It just doesn't sound appropriate for what CAP is trying to accomplish. Our policy calls for wiping of forceps with gauze between cases at gross and at embedding. At gross, we use a disposable absorbant lined pad on the cutting board for each larger case, and just a fresh c-fold paper towel between small biopsy cases. We do not allow double-dipping of swabs into ink, but instead, pour out small amounts into a large plastic weigh boat which is also discarded after the case. We use disposable safety scapels, with a 70 blade (love 'em) for each case. For excessively bloody/fatty cases, we put the dirty forceps into an enzyme pre-soak (Aseptizyme) to remove all tissue debris. Then they are scrubbed with a brush, then rinsed in a disinfectant before being re-used. I sure hope this helps Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 Care, Comfort, and Heal 3. New Cap cross contamination at gross bench (Roy, Ryan) Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:39:05 +0000 From: "Roy, Ryan" Subject: New Cap cross contamination at gross bench Anyone out there see the new CAP requirement regarding cross contamination at gross bench and cleaning of forceps. How are other people planning to comply. My supervisor has instructed me to use a Germinatior 500 at gross bench and at Embedd center. I have no experience using these sterilizers but my initial thought is that I will need to be really careful not to inadvertently apply too much heat to the tissue. Any thoughts appreciated, Ryan Roy HTL (ASCP) Manchester VA Medical Center From carl.hobbs at kcl.ac.uk Sat Jan 13 13:09:33 2018 From: carl.hobbs at kcl.ac.uk (Hobbs, Carl) Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 19:09:33 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Hacks Message-ID: I thought Histonet was a primary source of "hacks"? Obviously...not. I have many hacks, as many others do, too... Have to admit that Histonet is rather Conservative/lazy Eg: In Images....there's a potential MASSIVE catalogue so, why do you not add your images to the Histonet archive??? Histonet image archive should be better/bigger than ANY other Dye/IHC/IF archive? It should be, as is HPA/Gensat/Allen , a REFERENCE Sigh, it is not..... ....yet. ?Or , I am wrong? Please tell me Carl From rsrichmond at gmail.com Sat Jan 13 13:32:45 2018 From: rsrichmond at gmail.com (Bob Richmond) Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 14:32:45 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Cross Contamination CAP policy Message-ID: Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP), Anatomic Pathology Supervisor at Holy Redeemer Hospital in Meadowbrook PA notes: >>Our policy calls for wiping of forceps with gauze between cases at gross and at embedding. At gross, we use a disposable absorbent lined pad on the cutting board for each larger case, and just a fresh c-fold paper towel between small biopsy cases. We do not allow double-dipping of swabs into ink, but instead, pour out small amounts into a large plastic weigh boat which is also discarded after the case. We use disposable safety scalpels, with a 70 blade (love 'em) for each case. For excessively bloody/fatty cases, we put the dirty forceps into an enzyme pre-soak (Aseptizyme) to remove all tissue debris. Then they are scrubbed with a brush, then rinsed in a disinfectant before being re-used.<< I've never seen a pathology service (and I've worked in 80 of them) do any of these things, all of them good ideas. I'm glad to see the CAP taking the issue up. Carry-overs from case to case are common, particularly when the grosser is overworked and working too fast. I've never seen a serious error made as a result of such contamination, but I've seen a few close calls. Terri Braud, could you copy us the actual text in the CAP inspection form? Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Maryville TN From akemiat3377 at gmail.com Sat Jan 13 15:02:15 2018 From: akemiat3377 at gmail.com (Eileen Akemi Allison) Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 13:02:15 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Opening in Beautiful Monterey, CA Message-ID: <18B0015C-739B-4F6F-AA39-ECFE214D78BF@gmail.com> ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS! Do you know of anyone who is looking for a job? We have an opening in our pathology laboratory located in a private practice Gastroenterology Medical Group in beautiful Monterey, CA. It is a great opportunity for someone who is HT or HTL certified. The candidate must also meet CLIA grossing regulations. Our lab has a formalin-free environment with new Milestone microwave hybrid tissue processing technology, Leica 2255 Microtome's, New Leica Embedding Center and Leica H&E Stainer. GI experience helpful, but we will train a knowledgeable and willing candidate. We insist on quality embedding and cutting skills. Duties to include (but not limited to): accessioning, data entry into our AP Easy LIS System, grossing, embedding, microtomy, limited manual special stains, manual coverslipping, general histology and histology related clerical duties. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated, articulate and well versed with anatomy identifications. Must be adept with Microsoft, Excel, and having excellent typing skills. Full Time Days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKEND?S! We offer A benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. If you are interested, or if you know of someone, contact me and I will give you more details. Akemi Allison, BS, HT/HTL (ASCP) Pathology Manager Monterey Bay GI Consultants 23 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200 Monterey, CA 93940 W.Email: aallison at montereygi.com H. Email: akemiat3377 at gmail.com From akemiat3377 at gmail.com Sat Jan 13 15:05:14 2018 From: akemiat3377 at gmail.com (Eileen Akemi Allison) Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 13:05:14 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Opening in Beautiful Monterey, CA Message-ID: ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS! Do you know of anyone who is looking for a job? We have an opening in our pathology laboratory located in a private practice Gastroenterology Medical Group in beautiful Monterey, CA. It is a great opportunity for someone who is HT or HTL certified. The candidate must also meet CLIA grossing regulations. Our lab has a formalin-free environment with new Milestone microwave hybrid tissue processing technology, Leica 2255 Microtome's, New Leica Embedding Center and Leica H&E Stainer. GI experience helpful, but we will train a knowledgeable and willing candidate. We insist on quality embedding and cutting skills. Duties to include (but not limited to): accessioning, data entry into our AP Easy LIS System, grossing, embedding, microtomy, limited manual special stains, manual coverslipping, general histology and histology related clerical duties. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated, articulate and well versed with anatomy identifications. Must be adept with Microsoft, Excel, and having excellent typing skills. Full Time Days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKEND?S! We offer A benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. If you are interested, or if you know of someone, contact me and I will give you more details. Akemi Allison, BS, HT/HTL (ASCP) Pathology Manager Monterey Bay GI Consultants 23 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200 Monterey, CA 93940 W.Email: aallison at montereygi.com H. Email: akemiat3377 at gmail.com From kaarrington at anthc.org Sun Jan 14 16:14:26 2018 From: kaarrington at anthc.org (Arrington, Karla A) Date: Sun, 14 Jan 2018 22:14:26 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] [External] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <0bc49885de3248ed8cb030e9b498ad94@anthc.org> Histology opening in Anchorage, Alaska ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS! Do you know of anyone who is looking for a job? We have an opening at Alaska Native Medical Center, pathology department located in Anchorage, Alaska. It is a great opportunity for someone who is HT certified. Duties to include (but not limited to): Accessioning, data entry into our SoftPath system, embedding, microtomy, manual special stains, IHC, preparations of Non-Gyn specimens on ThinPrep unit, general histology and histology related clerical duties. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated and dependable. Full Time Days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKENDS! We offer a benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. If you are interested, or if you know of someone, contact me and I will give you more details. Karla Arrington Karla Arrington, HT (ASCP) HIT (AHIMA) BS Supervisor of Pathology Alaska Native Medical Center Tele: 907-729-1810 Fax: 907-729-1226 kaarrington at anthc.org ________________________________ From: histonet-request at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2018 9:00:02 AM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [External] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 Send Histonet mailing list submissions to histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.utsouthwestern.edu_mailman_listinfo_histonet&d=DwICAg&c=L0NelKDfGwIEbGetsCr_dMk7qtG-8g4veA-ghIDZOcE&r=La22uwKLoRbOLepMDvjRvITEF-XepUCQgHpXkR0kLus&m=6jWT5x47lmoExpd9UWOm4EMjP0GwKKSAtv-1KKSV3Qg&s=PhCXB137WtQ7-Q1bQ4Yxo0g-tPCg_kKBXOZX3KbOhSs&e= or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to histonet-request at lists.utsouthwestern.edu You can reach the person managing the list at histonet-owner at lists.utsouthwestern.edu When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Histonet digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Re: Histology Hacks (Hobbs, Carl) 2. Re: Cross Contamination CAP policy (Bob Richmond) 3. Histology Opening in Beautiful Monterey, CA (Eileen Akemi Allison) 4. Histology Opening in Beautiful Monterey, CA (Eileen Akemi Allison) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 19:09:33 +0000 From: "Hobbs, Carl" To: histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] Histology Hacks Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" I thought Histonet was a primary source of "hacks"? Obviously...not. I have many hacks, as many others do, too... Have to admit that Histonet is rather Conservative/lazy Eg: In Images....there's a potential MASSIVE catalogue so, why do you not add your images to the Histonet archive??? Histonet image archive should be better/bigger than ANY other Dye/IHC/IF archive? It should be, as is HPA/Gensat/Allen , a REFERENCE Sigh, it is not..... ....yet. ?Or , I am wrong? Please tell me Carl ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 14:32:45 -0500 From: Bob Richmond To: "Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu" Subject: Re: [Histonet] Cross Contamination CAP policy Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP), Anatomic Pathology Supervisor at Holy Redeemer Hospital in Meadowbrook PA notes: >>Our policy calls for wiping of forceps with gauze between cases at gross and at embedding. At gross, we use a disposable absorbent lined pad on the cutting board for each larger case, and just a fresh c-fold paper towel between small biopsy cases. We do not allow double-dipping of swabs into ink, but instead, pour out small amounts into a large plastic weigh boat which is also discarded after the case. We use disposable safety scalpels, with a 70 blade (love 'em) for each case. For excessively bloody/fatty cases, we put the dirty forceps into an enzyme pre-soak (Aseptizyme) to remove all tissue debris. Then they are scrubbed with a brush, then rinsed in a disinfectant before being re-used.<< I've never seen a pathology service (and I've worked in 80 of them) do any of these things, all of them good ideas. I'm glad to see the CAP taking the issue up. Carry-overs from case to case are common, particularly when the grosser is overworked and working too fast. I've never seen a serious error made as a result of such contamination, but I've seen a few close calls. Terri Braud, could you copy us the actual text in the CAP inspection form? Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Maryville TN ------------------------------ Message: 3 Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 13:02:15 -0800 From: Eileen Akemi Allison To: Histonet Subject: [Histonet] Histology Opening in Beautiful Monterey, CA Message-ID: <18B0015C-739B-4F6F-AA39-ECFE214D78BF at gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS! Do you know of anyone who is looking for a job? We have an opening in our pathology laboratory located in a private practice Gastroenterology Medical Group in beautiful Monterey, CA. It is a great opportunity for someone who is HT or HTL certified. The candidate must also meet CLIA grossing regulations. Our lab has a formalin-free environment with new Milestone microwave hybrid tissue processing technology, Leica 2255 Microtome's, New Leica Embedding Center and Leica H&E Stainer. GI experience helpful, but we will train a knowledgeable and willing candidate. We insist on quality embedding and cutting skills. Duties to include (but not limited to): accessioning, data entry into our AP Easy LIS System, grossing, embedding, microtomy, limited manual special stains, manual coverslipping, general histology and histology related clerical duties. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated, articulate and well versed with anatomy identifications. Must be adept with Microsoft, Excel, and having excellent typing skills. Full Time Days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKEND?S! We offer A benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. If you are interested, or if you know of someone, contact me and I will give you more details. Akemi Allison, BS, HT/HTL (ASCP) Pathology Manager Monterey Bay GI Consultants 23 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200 Monterey, CA 93940 W.Email: aallison at montereygi.com H. Email: akemiat3377 at gmail.com ------------------------------ Message: 4 Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 13:05:14 -0800 From: Eileen Akemi Allison To: Histonet Subject: [Histonet] Histology Opening in Beautiful Monterey, CA Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS! Do you know of anyone who is looking for a job? We have an opening in our pathology laboratory located in a private practice Gastroenterology Medical Group in beautiful Monterey, CA. It is a great opportunity for someone who is HT or HTL certified. The candidate must also meet CLIA grossing regulations. Our lab has a formalin-free environment with new Milestone microwave hybrid tissue processing technology, Leica 2255 Microtome's, New Leica Embedding Center and Leica H&E Stainer. GI experience helpful, but we will train a knowledgeable and willing candidate. We insist on quality embedding and cutting skills. Duties to include (but not limited to): accessioning, data entry into our AP Easy LIS System, grossing, embedding, microtomy, limited manual special stains, manual coverslipping, general histology and histology related clerical duties. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated, articulate and well versed with anatomy identifications. Must be adept with Microsoft, Excel, and having excellent typing skills. Full Time Days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKEND?S! We offer A benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. If you are interested, or if you know of someone, contact me and I will give you more details. Akemi Allison, BS, HT/HTL (ASCP) Pathology Manager Monterey Bay GI Consultants 23 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200 Monterey, CA 93940 W.Email: aallison at montereygi.com H. Email: akemiat3377 at gmail.com ------------------------------ Subject: Digest Footer _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.utsouthwestern.edu_mailman_listinfo_histonet&d=DwICAg&c=L0NelKDfGwIEbGetsCr_dMk7qtG-8g4veA-ghIDZOcE&r=La22uwKLoRbOLepMDvjRvITEF-XepUCQgHpXkR0kLus&m=6jWT5x47lmoExpd9UWOm4EMjP0GwKKSAtv-1KKSV3Qg&s=PhCXB137WtQ7-Q1bQ4Yxo0g-tPCg_kKBXOZX3KbOhSs&e= ------------------------------ End of Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 ***************************************** From tbraud at holyredeemer.com Mon Jan 15 08:20:47 2018 From: tbraud at holyredeemer.com (Terri Braud) Date: Mon, 15 Jan 2018 14:20:47 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] CAP checklist ANP.11680 Cross Contamination Message-ID: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA82EF@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> In response to the request to post the new phase II CAP requirement on cross contamination : **NEW** 08/21/2017 ANP.11680 Cross Contamination Phase II There is a written procedure to prevent cross-contamination of specimens during grossing. NOTE: At a minimum, cleaning (e.g. wiping or rinsing) of forceps and scalpel blades between cases is required. In addition, if a laboratory processes both small specimens (e.g. biopsies) and large specimens (e.g. surgical resections), cleaning of instruments and cutting surfaces must be performed between cases. Avoid re-using cotton swabs/applicator sticks on multiple specimens or "double-dipping" the cotton swab/applicator in the ink. Some laboratories may choose to use disposable surfaces (e.g. formalin absorbent pads, butcher paper, etc.) for large cases. Grossing of similar types of specimens sequentially should be avoided, if feasible. REFERENCES 1) Lott R, et al. Practical Guide to Specimen Handling in Surgical Pathology. College of American Pathologists, November 2015. Available at http://www.cap.org/ShowProperty?nodePath=/UCMCon/Contribution%20Folders/WebContent/pdf/practical-guide-specimen-handling.pdf, Accessed November 4, 2016. 2) Gephardt GN, Zarbo RJ. Extraneous tissue in surgical pathology: A College of American Pathologists study of 275 laboratories. Arch Pathol Lab Med. 1996;120:1009-14 Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 Care, Comfort, and Heal 2. Re: Cross Contamination CAP policy (Bob Richmond) Message: 2 Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2018 14:32:45 -0500 From: Bob Richmond To: "Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu" Subject: Re: [Histonet] Cross Contamination CAP policy Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP), Anatomic Pathology Supervisor at Holy Redeemer Hospital in Meadowbrook PA notes: >>Our policy calls for wiping of forceps with gauze between cases at >>gross and at embedding. At gross, we use a disposable absorbent lined pad on the cutting board for each larger case, and just a fresh c-fold paper towel between small biopsy cases. We do not allow double-dipping of swabs into ink, but instead, pour out small amounts into a large plastic weigh boat which is also discarded after the case. We use disposable safety scalpels, with a 70 blade (love 'em) for each case. For excessively bloody/fatty cases, we put the dirty forceps into an enzyme pre-soak (Aseptizyme) to remove all tissue debris. Then they are scrubbed with a brush, then rinsed in a disinfectant before being re-used.<< I've never seen a pathology service (and I've worked in 80 of them) do any of these things, all of them good ideas. I'm glad to see the CAP taking the issue up. Carry-overs from case to case are common, particularly when the grosser is overworked and working too fast. I've never seen a serious error made as a result of such contamination, but I've seen a few close calls. Terri Braud, could you copy us the actual text in the CAP inspection form? Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Maryville TN From DavidKemlerLLC at msn.com Tue Jan 16 05:00:57 2018 From: DavidKemlerLLC at msn.com (David) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 11:00:57 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Opening In Beautiful Monterey, CA Message-ID: Wow! We're looking for the same qualifications as Eileen Akemi, except our position is in Corte Madera, CA On Sunday, Eileen wrote; ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS! Do you know of anyone who is looking for a job? We have an opening in our pathology laboratory located in a private practice Gastroenterology Medical Group in beautiful Monterey, CA. It is a great opportunity for someone who is HT or HTL certified. The candidate must also meet CLIA grossing regulations. Our lab has a formalin-free environment with new Milestone microwave hybrid tissue processing technology, Leica 2255 Microtome's, New Leica Embedding Center and Leica H&E Stainer. GI experience helpful, but we will train a knowledgeable and willing candidate. We insist on quality embedding and cutting skills. Duties to include (but not limited to): accessioning, data entry into our AP Easy LIS System, grossing, embedding, microtomy, limited manual special stains, manual coverslipping, general histology and histology related clerical duties. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated, articulate and well versed with anatomy identifications. Must be adept with Microsoft, Excel, and having excellent typing skills. Full Time Days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKEND?S! We offer A benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. If you are interested, or if you know of someone, contact me and I will give you more details. Akemi Allison, BS, HT/HTL (ASCP) Pathology Manager Monterey Bay GI Consultants __________________________________________ Ditto. If your in Marin County, CA and are interested in this position at our new lab in Corte Madera, email or call me at 727.595.6029. David Kemler, SLS, HT(ASCP)-HTL Project Manager / Histology Consultant IOP In-Office Pathology, LLC o: 727.595.6029 m: 727.612.4113 From SteveM at mcclainlab.com Tue Jan 16 06:24:38 2018 From: SteveM at mcclainlab.com (Steve McClain) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:24:38 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <046FF181-3FA6-4912-94C1-91F326DC9212@mcclainlab.com> I purchased the book and applaud the effort because there is some decent information. However, the term hack is a poor choice for histology and many of the fixes or secrets described are because some hack failed to do her/his job at an earlier step in the process. (Definition of hack. transitive verb. 1 a : to cut or sever with repeated irregular or unskillful blows. b : to cut or shape by or as if by crude or ruthless strokes. As a noun it is used to mean a mediocre performer or worker; tiresome drudge.) Some methods, while useful in some settings, have important cons not listed, cons which may be counterproductive. For example using Mercurochrome or Eosin to mark tissue may preclude further testing with fluorescent endpoints, such as FISH. Plus if you really want to use Eosin to mark the dermis, it is far easier to add used Eosin to one alcohol in the tissue processor. That gives a visible indicator of carryover, indicating need to change or rotate solutions. Other methods seem (to me) like workarounds or Band-Aids for Labs w poor grossing, poor processing or poor reagents or poor technique or poor method choices, eg, 2.14 describes a situation where an incompetent grosser truly hacks or crudely cuts into unfixed tissue yielding too thick a slice. The real solution is to fix the tissue before slicing. Poor fixation results in poor processing and poor sectioning and poor staining reactions. For another example, Cassette sponges offer few advantages, while folding lens paper allows the grossers to see through the paper and know all pieces are inside before closing the cassette lid. The tissue does not stick to it, and small flakes can be scraped from the lens paper at embedding. Last during folding, the forceps can be cleaned at grossing and during unfolding, forceps may be cleaned w the paper after embedding. Sponges also result in greater solution carryover. Several colloquial naming conventions, eg, chamber saver 2.16 for underprocessed tissue may be memorable to some readers, yet seem are odd to me. This 2.16 method is an especially useful technique which may also be done to extend paraffin time, whenever poor sectioning due to poor processing is encountered at the microtome. Variation 1 Place the block back into the proper sized mold and return to the heated side of the embedding center for an hour to extend processing (reprocessing). Then remove the old paraffin from the mold w a plastic pipette, then re-embed, replacing the paraffin w new. Variation 2 for outside blocks we routinely replace an unknown paraffin from another lab by melting in a mold, and ?reprocess? in our (blue ribbon) paraffin for 1 hr in a mold in the embedding center then re-embed. Good first effort, yet this book could be improved by a good editor, by more collaborators, by illustrations, and the addition of variations or other uses as described above for 2.16. The font size and format will cause many readers to suffer because of the small font. Steve Steve A. McClain, MD From Timothy.Morken at ucsf.edu Tue Jan 16 10:11:03 2018 From: Timothy.Morken at ucsf.edu (Morken, Timothy) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 16:11:03 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks In-Reply-To: <046FF181-3FA6-4912-94C1-91F326DC9212@mcclainlab.com> References: <046FF181-3FA6-4912-94C1-91F326DC9212@mcclainlab.com> Message-ID: Kind of in that same vein, but not to denigrate the book ( I have not seen it), I try to impress on people that "enabling" a poor process via "workarounds" or "shortcuts" does nothing to solve the original problem - it just prolongs the problem and peoples frustration with the problem. A much better path is to figure out why people feel the need for a workaround and then solve that problem. In other words, if a workaround is needed, then you have a problem that needs solving! So now I have people come to me saying "I think this thing we do is a workaround for another problem." That is the kind of observation you like to hear. Tim Morken Pathology Site Manager, Parnassus Supervisor, Electron Microscopy/Neuromuscular Special Studies Department of Pathology UC San Francisco Medical Center -----Original Message----- From: Steve McClain via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2018 4:25 AM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks I purchased the book and applaud the effort because there is some decent information. However, the term hack is a poor choice for histology and many of the fixes or secrets described are because some hack failed to do her/his job at an earlier step in the process. (Definition of hack. transitive verb. 1 a : to cut or sever with repeated irregular or unskillful blows. b : to cut or shape by or as if by crude or ruthless strokes. As a noun it is used to mean a mediocre performer or worker; tiresome drudge.) Some methods, while useful in some settings, have important cons not listed, cons which may be counterproductive. For example using Mercurochrome or Eosin to mark tissue may preclude further testing with fluorescent endpoints, such as FISH. Plus if you really want to use Eosin to mark the dermis, it is far easier to add used Eosin to one alcohol in the tissue processor. That gives a visible indicator of carryover, indicating need to change or rotate solutions. Other methods seem (to me) like workarounds or Band-Aids for Labs w poor grossing, poor processing or poor reagents or poor technique or poor method choices, eg, 2.14 describes a situation where an incompetent grosser truly hacks or crudely cuts into unfixed tissue yielding too thick a slice. The real solution is to fix the tissue before slicing. Poor fixation results in poor processing and poor sectioning and poor staining reactions. For another example, Cassette sponges offer few advantages, while folding lens paper allows the grossers to see through the paper and know all pieces are inside before closing the cassette lid. The tissue does not stick to it, and small flakes can be scraped from the lens paper at embedding. Last during folding, the forceps can be cleaned at grossing and during unfolding, forceps may be cleaned w the paper after embedding. Sponges also result in greater solution carryover. Several colloquial naming conventions, eg, chamber saver 2.16 for underprocessed tissue may be memorable to some readers, yet seem are odd to me. This 2.16 method is an especially useful technique which may also be done to extend paraffin time, whenever poor sectioning due to poor processing is encountered at the microtome. Variation 1 Place the block back into the proper sized mold and return to the heated side of the embedding center for an hour to extend processing (reprocessing). Then remove the old paraffin from the mold w a plastic pipette, then re-embed, replacing the paraffin w new. Variation 2 for outside blocks we routinely replace an unknown paraffin from another lab by melting in a mold, and 'reprocess' in our (blue ribbon) paraffin for 1 hr in a mold in the embedding center then re-embed. Good first effort, yet this book could be improved by a good editor, by more collaborators, by illustrations, and the addition of variations or other uses as described above for 2.16. The font size and format will cause many readers to suffer because of the small font. Steve Steve A. McClain, MD _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet From lblazek at digestivespecialists.com Tue Jan 16 10:56:15 2018 From: lblazek at digestivespecialists.com (Blazek, Linda) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 11:56:15 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks In-Reply-To: References: <046FF181-3FA6-4912-94C1-91F326DC9212@mcclainlab.com> Message-ID: <5A2BD13465E061429D6455C8D6B40E3928344B41C3@IBMB7Exchange.digestivespecialists.com> I really take exception to those finding fault with this book! Maybe another word other than hack would have made some people feel better but we all know the intent. Stating that "many of the fixes or secrets described are because some hack failed to do her/his job at an earlier step in the process" is totally incorrect. Very few of the "hacks" has anything to do with someone failing to do their job. I think this books intent was to help new people in the field of histology. It has been a great form of dialog between our new tech and the older techs. It has served a very good purpose. Linda Blazek HT (ASCP) Pathology Lab Manager GI Pathology of Dayton Digestive Specialists, Inc -----Original Message----- From: Morken, Timothy via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2018 11:11 AM To: Histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks Kind of in that same vein, but not to denigrate the book ( I have not seen it), I try to impress on people that "enabling" a poor process via "workarounds" or "shortcuts" does nothing to solve the original problem - it just prolongs the problem and peoples frustration with the problem. A much better path is to figure out why people feel the need for a workaround and then solve that problem. In other words, if a workaround is needed, then you have a problem that needs solving! So now I have people come to me saying "I think this thing we do is a workaround for another problem." That is the kind of observation you like to hear. Tim Morken Pathology Site Manager, Parnassus Supervisor, Electron Microscopy/Neuromuscular Special Studies Department of Pathology UC San Francisco Medical Center -----Original Message----- From: Steve McClain via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2018 4:25 AM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks I purchased the book and applaud the effort because there is some decent information. However, the term hack is a poor choice for histology and many of the fixes or secrets described are because some hack failed to do her/his job at an earlier step in the process. (Definition of hack. transitive verb. 1 a : to cut or sever with repeated irregular or unskillful blows. b : to cut or shape by or as if by crude or ruthless strokes. As a noun it is used to mean a mediocre performer or worker; tiresome drudge.) Some methods, while useful in some settings, have important cons not listed, cons which may be counterproductive. For example using Mercurochrome or Eosin to mark tissue may preclude further testing with fluorescent endpoints, such as FISH. Plus if you really want to use Eosin to mark the dermis, it is far easier to add used Eosin to one alcohol in the tissue processor. That gives a visible indicator of carryover, indicating need to change or rotate solutions. Other methods seem (to me) like workarounds or Band-Aids for Labs w poor grossing, poor processing or poor reagents or poor technique or poor method choices, eg, 2.14 describes a situation where an incompetent grosser truly hacks or crudely cuts into unfixed tissue yielding too thick a slice. The real solution is to fix the tissue before slicing. Poor fixation results in poor processing and poor sectioning and poor staining reactions. For another example, Cassette sponges offer few advantages, while folding lens paper allows the grossers to see through the paper and know all pieces are inside before closing the cassette lid. The tissue does not stick to it, and small flakes can be scraped from the lens paper at embedding. Last during folding, the forceps can be cleaned at grossing and during unfolding, forceps may be cleaned w the paper after embedding. Sponges also result in greater solution carryover. Several colloquial naming conventions, eg, chamber saver 2.16 for underprocessed tissue may be memorable to some readers, yet seem are odd to me. This 2.16 method is an especially useful technique which may also be done to extend paraffin time, whenever poor sectioning due to poor processing is encountered at the microtome. Variation 1 Place the block back into the proper sized mold and return to the heated side of the embedding center for an hour to extend processing (reprocessing). Then remove the old paraffin from the mold w a plastic pipette, then re-embed, replacing the paraffin w new. Variation 2 for outside blocks we routinely replace an unknown paraffin from another lab by melting in a mold, and 'reprocess' in our (blue ribbon) paraffin for 1 hr in a mold in the embedding center then re-embed. Good first effort, yet this book could be improved by a good editor, by more collaborators, by illustrations, and the addition of variations or other uses as described above for 2.16. The font size and format will cause many readers to suffer because of the small font. Steve Steve A. McClain, MD _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet From teri.johnson at navigatebp.com Tue Jan 16 12:43:33 2018 From: teri.johnson at navigatebp.com (Johnson, Teri) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 18:43:33 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histology Hacks - The book Message-ID: <6afd12c33d454bc29e802f81995efbf1@DM5PR6207MB0074.023d.mgd.msft.net> Hi histonetters! Some clarification is needed I think. In this context, the term "hacks" are used these days to describe work arounds to make our lives easier. I have seen videos which show many household hacks such as using the hole in the flip top can to hold a straw, or using a rubber band in a stripped phillips screw head to get the screw out. I'm sure you can add more that made you figuratively smack your forehead with disbelief you didn't come up with them! Additionally, I do agree with those who point out that the best option is having the work done correctly the first time. However, we all know that one pathologist, student, intern, etc. in your practice that doesn't take the proper time to make the sample reasonable prior to processing. Or in our case, we receive mostly paraffin blocks that are processed elsewhere globally, and you never know what you will get. So knowing some workarounds to help us get the best section and stain possible is quite useful. And finally, much of this knowledge is tribal. I learned it from the seasoned techs before me, and I pass it along to the techs who follow. I see absolutely nothing wrong with this. Teri Johnson, HT(ASCP)QIHC T +760 602 1402 teri.johnson at navigatebp.com From Heather.Seeley at tenethealth.com Tue Jan 16 12:54:52 2018 From: Heather.Seeley at tenethealth.com (Seeley, Heather) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 18:54:52 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks In-Reply-To: <046FF181-3FA6-4912-94C1-91F326DC9212@mcclainlab.com> References: , <046FF181-3FA6-4912-94C1-91F326DC9212@mcclainlab.com> Message-ID: <9DFE334E776E734D9D231EF60CCE93C5CE36DE9B@TENHDCTHMB10-31.tenethealth.net> Hey Everyone!! I haven't read this book yet, but we are planning to buy it for our department. I can see that a lot of remarks and reviews are being made and I wanted to give some points from someone who was coming into the field from having a B.S. and several years of training as a lab assistant. I have now been in histology for 11 years, but have only been certified for 6. 1. Congratulations on the book! I think that it is something that will be useful for new techs. 2. Hack is a word that is generally known in the younger generations as a way to fix things or make things that you wouldn't normally think of. There are many labs out there (I have worked at two) where the physicians and/or pathology administration wouldn't do anything to have the tissue processed in a better way. For example: Fatty tissue being cut in WAY too thick. Things being crammed into the cassettes so it was difficult to fit it into the mold. Staples, sutures, etc. not being removed from the tissue during grossing. As a tech, there is not a whole lot that can be done from our perspective to get things changed. We can mention it, but you won't always be in a situation where those changes will be made. (We lived by the motto "Crap in, crap out", but you like to be able to do the best work possible, especially since we are dealing with patient tissue. This is where techniques would be helpful to employees-so that you can do the best work possible with what you are provided. We used to cut most of our fatty blocks in cold water and lay the slide gently on the water bath to remove the wrinkles. New techs are not going to know these tricks and let's face it, most of the people who know these tricks/hacks are about to retire. So let's not judge or be critical of someone who is trying to make the field more user-friendly. Side note: Thank-you everyone who asks and responds to questions on here! I have learned a lot and I think that it is important for us to keep an open dialogue to learn from one another! HEATHER SEELEY, HT(ASCP) ________________________________________ From: Steve McClain [SteveM at mcclainlab.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2018 7:24 AM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Histonet Digest, Vol 170, Issue 13 histology hacks I purchased the book and applaud the effort because there is some decent information. However, the term hack is a poor choice for histology and many of the fixes or secrets described are because some hack failed to do her/his job at an earlier step in the process. (Definition of hack. transitive verb. 1 a : to cut or sever with repeated irregular or unskillful blows. b : to cut or shape by or as if by crude or ruthless strokes. As a noun it is used to mean a mediocre performer or worker; tiresome drudge.) Some methods, while useful in some settings, have important cons not listed, cons which may be counterproductive. For example using Mercurochrome or Eosin to mark tissue may preclude further testing with fluorescent endpoints, such as FISH. Plus if you really want to use Eosin to mark the dermis, it is far easier to add used Eosin to one alcohol in the tissue processor. That gives a visible indicator of carryover, indicating need to change or rotate solutions. Other methods seem (to me) like workarounds or Band-Aids for Labs w poor grossing, poor processing or poor reagents or poor technique or poor method choices, eg, 2.14 describes a situation where an incompetent grosser truly hacks or crudely cuts into unfixed tissue yielding too thick a slice. The real solution is to fix the tissue before slicing. Poor fixation results in poor processing and poor sectioning and poor staining reactions. For another example, Cassette sponges offer few advantages, while folding lens paper allows the grossers to see through the paper and know all pieces are inside before closing the cassette lid. The tissue does not stick to it, and small flakes can be scraped from the lens paper at embedding. Last during folding, the forceps can be cleaned at grossing and during unfolding, forceps may be cleaned w the paper after embedding. Sponges also result in greater solution carryover. Several colloquial naming conventions, eg, chamber saver 2.16 for underprocessed tissue may be memorable to some readers, yet seem are odd to me. This 2.16 method is an especially useful technique which may also be done to extend paraffin time, whenever poor sectioning due to poor processing is encountered at the microtome. Variation 1 Place the block back into the proper sized mold and return to the heated side of the embedding center for an hour to extend processing (reprocessing). Then remove the old paraffin from the mold w a plastic pipette, then re-embed, replacing the paraffin w new. Variation 2 for outside blocks we routinely replace an unknown paraffin from another lab by melting in a mold, and ?reprocess? in our (blue ribbon) paraffin for 1 hr in a mold in the embedding center then re-embed. Good first effort, yet this book could be improved by a good editor, by more collaborators, by illustrations, and the addition of variations or other uses as described above for 2.16. The font size and format will cause many readers to suffer because of the small font. Steve Steve A. McClain, MD From tbraud at holyredeemer.com Tue Jan 16 16:03:50 2018 From: tbraud at holyredeemer.com (Terri Braud) Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 22:03:50 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Everyone is a critic Message-ID: <48E053DDF6CE074DB6A7414BA05403F84CEA88A5@HRHEX03-HOS.holyredeemer.local> I wholehearted agree with Linda. Constructive criticism is one thing. Picking apart the book, such as the title, is petty (and ignores the fact that "Hack" is also defined as: a strategy or technique for managing one's time or activities more efficiently; also to "cope"). Also, the criticism of not being comprehensive is a cheap shot. I see very few of these helpful hints in any of the myriad of Histotechnology reference books on my shelf. If a block isn't correctly grossed, absolutely the grossing should be addressed, but in the meantime, what are you going to do with the problem block (patient) that sits before you. It must be nice to work in To the Author: From those of us Histotechnicians who have thoroughly enjoyed this book, please know that we appreciated the effort and the results. Sincerely, Terri Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 ph: 215-938-3689 fax: 215-938-3874 I really take exception to those finding fault with this book! Maybe another word other than hack would have made some people feel better but we all know the intent. Stating that "many of the fixes or secrets described are because some hack failed to do her/his job at an earlier step in the process" is totally incorrect. Very few of the "hacks" has anything to do with someone failing to do their job. I think this books intent was to help new people in the field of histology. It has been a great form of dialog between our new tech and the older techs. It has served a very good purpose. Linda Blazek HT (ASCP) Pathology Lab Manager GI Pathology of Dayton Digestive Specialists, Inc From relia1 at earthlink.net Wed Jan 17 09:40:26 2018 From: relia1 at earthlink.net (Pam Barker) Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:40:26 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] 2018 Histology Careers Outlook - The Catbird Seat!!!! Message-ID: <00d201d38fa9$7f480e30$7dd82a90$@earthlink.net> Hi Histonetters, How are you? I hope you are having a great week! 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(407)678-2788 E-mail: relia1 at earthlink.net www.facebook.com/PamBarkerRELIA www.linkedin.com/in/reliasolutions www.twitter.com/pamatrelia From Ryan.Roy at va.gov Thu Jan 18 10:19:39 2018 From: Ryan.Roy at va.gov (Roy, Ryan) Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2018 16:19:39 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] histology AND incinerators? Message-ID: Are any histology labs out there using incinerators for decontamination of lab forceps? We are setting up to begin using Germinator 500 at both gross and embed center, was wondering if any other labs have used this type of technology, any insights helps. Thanks in advance, Ryan Roy HTL (ASCP)CM Manchester VA *** Disclaimer: NO content in this email reflects the opinions of the Veterans Aministration.**** From AJohnson at aipathology.com Thu Jan 18 13:48:33 2018 From: AJohnson at aipathology.com (Amy Johnson) Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2018 19:48:33 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Cold Ischemic interval Message-ID: Does the cold ischemic interval pertain only to breast specimens that have not have receptor studies done or does it pertain to all breast specimen, i.e. needle core biopsies, lumpectomies, mastectomies????? Thanks for you help Amy Amylin Johnson, B.S. HTL(ASCP) Associates in Pathology Wausau Wi 54401 715-847-2130 From bexmurphy at aol.com Fri Jan 19 08:16:38 2018 From: bexmurphy at aol.com (Bexmurphy) Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2018 09:16:38 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] histology AND incinerators? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <66ddc9bf-7b77-411a-aff1-1c7e4b300f45@Beccas-iPhone> I was looking on line at this product and it has a note that ?this product is only for research purposes. Not intended for clinical use.? Any thoughts? R. Murphy CT(ASCP) Derby, CT > > On Jan 18, 2018 at 11:19 AM, wrote: > > > > Are any histology labs out there using incinerators for decontamination of lab forceps? We are setting up to begin using Germinator 500 at both gross and embed center, was wondering if any other labs have used this type of technology, any insights helps. > > Thanks in advance, > > > Ryan Roy HTL (ASCP)CM > Manchester VA > > > *** Disclaimer: NO content in this email reflects the opinions of the Veterans Aministration.**** > > > _______________________________________________ > Histonet mailing list > Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu > http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet > > From Richard.Cartun at hhchealth.org Fri Jan 19 10:31:53 2018 From: Richard.Cartun at hhchealth.org (Cartun, Richard) Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2018 16:31:53 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Cold Ischemic interval In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9215BD4B0BA1B44D962A71C758B68D2E954B4F8A@HHCEXCHMB03.hhcsystem.org> We are using the "ASCO/CAP" guidelines for all cancer resection specimens. Richard Richard W. Cartun, MS, PhD Director, Histology and the Martin M. Berman, MD Immunopathology and Morphologic Proteomics Laboratory Director, Biospecimen Collection Programs Assistant Director, Anatomic Pathology Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Hartford Hospital 80 Seymour Street Hartford, CT 06102 (860) 972-1596 Office (860) 545-2204 Fax ________________________________________ From: Amy Johnson via Histonet [histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2018 2:48 PM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Cold Ischemic interval EXTERNAL email from Outside HHC! Do NOT open attachments or click links from unknown senders. Does the cold ischemic interval pertain only to breast specimens that have not have receptor studies done or does it pertain to all breast specimen, i.e. needle core biopsies, lumpectomies, mastectomies????? Thanks for you help Amy Amylin Johnson, B.S. 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Any help or information to improve my process is welcomed, I am up to trying anything at this point. Hope everyone has a great weekend and thanks in advance for your help.. Amy Self Histology Lab Senior Tech Lab Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital 606 Black River Road Georgetown, SC 29440 843-520-8711 ASelf at tidelandshealth.org Our mission: We help people live better lives through better health. NOTE: The information contained in this message may be privileged, confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. From rsrichmond at gmail.com Sat Jan 20 12:28:08 2018 From: rsrichmond at gmail.com (Bob Richmond) Date: Sat, 20 Jan 2018 13:28:08 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Pathology Charges Message-ID: Amy Self, Histology Lab Senior Tech, Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital in Georgetown, SC asks: >>I am working on our billing process in hopes to improve things and make it a little more efficient for us. We really have room for improvement. I feel there is lots of work that is being done that somehow can be eliminated - I just don't know how or what to do to fix this. >>How do other histology labs do their billing? Do you go back the next day and audit charges to make sure they were entered correctly? Do you have a bar coding system that tracks and charges your specimens and stains/test or does someone sit and manually enter charges daily? Who is the person that enters these charges - is it a tech, path secretary or a lab assistant? Are the charges entered up front or on the back end once the report has been finalized?<< ****************************** I guess you're referring to CPT coding. It's important that the pathologist who signs the case out does the CPT coding, because that pathologist knows what all's been done. This takes very little time. The pathologist's coding should then be checked by someone skilled in coding - the best of us miss billable items rather often. My experience on many pathology services was that the more assurances I get that the pathologist is very meticulous with his coding and never misses billing anything, the more undercoding and omitted items I'll find. Money left on the table. ICD-10 coding, in contrast, is a great time-waster, and should be done by a coder with coding software a pathologist isn't allowed to have. Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Maryville TN From criley at dpspa.com Mon Jan 22 07:23:34 2018 From: criley at dpspa.com (Charles Riley) Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:23:34 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Grossing qualifications Message-ID: Do histotechs and or histotechnicians qualify to do high complexity grossing without a pathologist or PA assistance? An example would be a large breast ressection. -- Charles Riley BS HT, HTL(ASCP)CM Histopathology Coordinator/ Mohs From dwyer at mail.holyname.org Mon Jan 22 07:27:14 2018 From: dwyer at mail.holyname.org (Sharon Dwyer) Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2018 08:27:14 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Decontamination Of Ventana Benchmark Ultra Message-ID: What solution are you using to do the decontamination of the Ventana Ultra, and where can I purchase it? thank you Holy Name Medical Center is ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for patient care, clinical performance and workplace excellence. 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I just buy the concentrated one on Amazon and dilute it 1:250 Allan On Mon, Jan 22, 2018 at 8:27 AM, Sharon Dwyer via Histonet < histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: > What solution are you using to do the decontamination of the Ventana > Ultra, and where can I purchase it? > > > thank you > > > > > > > > Holy Name Medical Center is ranked among the top hospitals in the nation > for patient care, clinical performance and workplace excellence. > Click here to learn more. > > **** Warning: The information contained in this message is privileged and > CONFIDENTIAL and is intended only for the use of the addressee above. If > you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any > disclosure, copying, distribution, or taking of any action in reliance on > the content of this message is strictly prohibited. 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I just buy the concentrated one on Amazon and dilute it 1:250 Allan On Mon, Jan 22, 2018 at 8:27 AM, Sharon Dwyer via Histonet < histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: > What solution are you using to do the decontamination of the Ventana > Ultra, and where can I purchase it? > > > thank you > > > > > > > > Holy Name Medical Center is ranked among the top hospitals in the nation > for patient care, clinical performance and workplace excellence. > Click here to learn more. > > **** Warning: The information contained in this message is privileged and > CONFIDENTIAL and is intended only for the use of the addressee above. If > you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any > disclosure, copying, distribution, or taking of any action in reliance on > the content of this message is strictly prohibited. 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Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Winston-Salem, NC 27157 From Kelly.Pairan at nationwidechildrens.org Tue Jan 23 08:50:30 2018 From: Kelly.Pairan at nationwidechildrens.org (Pairan, Kelly) Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018 14:50:30 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Research Use Only Antibodies Message-ID: Good Morning, What is the rule about using research use only antibodies in the clinical setting? I have read previous threads on Histonet and have received mixed messages. Thanks for your help, Kelly Kelly Pairan, HT (ASCP)CM, QIHC (ASCP) Specialist II-Anatomic Pathology Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Email: kelly.pairan at nationwidechildrens.org ph: 614-722-5414 fx: 614-722-3033 From JMacDonald at mtsac.edu Tue Jan 23 19:19:03 2018 From: JMacDonald at mtsac.edu (Jennifer MacDonald) Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018 17:19:03 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] reference lab in So. CAL Message-ID: We were able to find a local lab that experience with the specimens in question. Thank you to all that responded with offers of help. Thank you, Jennifer MacDonald From jean.taylor2 at unitypoint.org Wed Jan 24 09:27:07 2018 From: jean.taylor2 at unitypoint.org (Taylor, Jean) Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2018 15:27:07 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] cross reactivity of CMV and HSV1&2 antibodies Message-ID: Hi everyone, Has anyone encountered the cross reactivity of CMV and HSV1&2 in human placental tissue? We had a patient case that stained positive for these antibodies in the same tissue section. My antibody specification sheets state that there is no cross reactivity, but I have found literature that states there is. I was wondering if any labs have experienced this staining pattern. Thanks! Jean Taylor, HT(ASCP)QIHC IHC Tech UnityPoint Health Meriter Labs Madison WI This message and accompanying documents are covered by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. sections 2510-2521, and contain information intended for the specified individual(s) only. This information is confidential. If you are not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this document in error and that any review, dissemination, copying, or the taking of any action based on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by e-mail, and delete the original message. From relia1 at earthlink.net Wed Jan 24 13:08:58 2018 From: relia1 at earthlink.net (Pam Barker) Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2018 14:08:58 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] RELIA Solutions Special Alert for Leadership Opportunities in Histology Nationwide. 1-24-2018 Message-ID: <0a7c01d39546$ca28fed0$5e7afc70$@earthlink.net> Hello Histonetters, How are you? I hope you are having a wonderful day. I have a couple of histology leadership positions and I need your help. I am currently working with clients in Alabama, California, Florida and Ohio, that are in need of qualified histology professionals for leadership roles. My question is do you know of anyone who might be interested in management positions in any of these areas? Some of my clients are willing to consider lead techs ready to step up to supervisor! I really appreciate you taking the time to read this e-mail and it means a lot to me when you take the time to refer your friends and coworkers so to show my appreciation I would like to offer you a 250.00 referral fee for anyone you refer to me that I place. So if you think you or someone you know might be interested please contact me. I can be reached at 866-607-3542, on my cell at 407-353-5070 or relia1 at earthlink.net Thanks-Pam Right Place, Right Time, Right Move with RELIA! Thank You! Pam M. Barker Pam Barker President/Senior Recruiting Specialist-Histology RELIA Solutions Specialists in Allied Healthcare Recruiting 5703 Red Bug Lake Road #330 Winter Springs, FL 32708-4969 Phone: (407)657-2027 Cell: (407)353-5070 FAX: (407)678-2788 E-mail: relia1 at earthlink.net https://www.facebook.com/RELIASolutionsforhistologyprofessionals www.facebook.com/PamBarkerRELIA www.linkedin.com/in/reliasolutions www.twitter.com/pamatrelia From tmcampbe at fmh.org Thu Jan 25 10:37:58 2018 From: tmcampbe at fmh.org (Campbell, Tasha M.) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 16:37:58 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Used equipment Message-ID: Anyone know who to contact to sell used equipment to? Thanks!! Tasha Campbell, B.S.,HTL(ASCP) Frederick Gastroenterology Associates 310 W. 9th St. Frederick, MD 21701 301-695-6800 ext. 144 From James.E.Nutter at questdiagnostics.com Thu Jan 25 10:54:42 2018 From: James.E.Nutter at questdiagnostics.com (Nutter, James E) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 16:54:42 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Making Bulk Reagents for Ventana Message-ID: Hi Everyone, Has anyone or does anyone make the bulk reagents for the Ventana Ultras? (LCS, SSC, Reaction Buffer, CC1, CC2) If so: How to turn off the tracking system for bulk reagents? Formulations? Success? Thank you all, James Nutter Chantilly, VA ______________________________________________________________________ The contents of this message, together with any attachments, are intended only for the use of the person(s) to which they are addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Further, any medical information herein is confidential and protected by law. It is unlawful for unauthorized persons to use, review, copy, disclose, or disseminate confidential medical information. If you are not the intended recipient, immediately advise the sender and delete this message and any attachments. Any distribution, or copying of this message, or any attachment, is prohibited. From Carrie.Minikus at unitypoint.org Thu Jan 25 13:12:18 2018 From: Carrie.Minikus at unitypoint.org (Minikus, Carrie A.) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 19:12:18 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] tracking slide filing Message-ID: <40DFB208CC287B4091BE635AC60402C063A9C384@TDCEXCHXM005.ihs.org> We would like to get an automated tracking system sometime in the future; however, right now it is not in our budget. We currently have no tracking system for who is filing our slides away into the file drawers and we have been having some real issues with slides not being able to be found due to incorrect filing of the slides. Huge Problem! Other than automated tracking systems, what are some other ways your facilities use a tracking system to know who is filing your slides or who might have last handled the slides? Thanks for any and all suggestions! Carrie Minikus, MLS(ASCP)CM, HTL(ASCP)CM Histology Manager This message and accompanying documents are covered by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. sections 2510-2521, and contain information intended for the specified individual(s) only. This information is confidential. If you are not the intended recipient or an agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this document in error and that any review, dissemination, copying, or the taking of any action based on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by e-mail, and delete the original message. From amarr at med.umich.edu Thu Jan 25 13:26:56 2018 From: amarr at med.umich.edu (Oler, April) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 19:26:56 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Acid Phosphatase Protocol Message-ID: Good afternoon, I am writing to you all because I am in search of Acid Phosphatase muscle protocols that do not utilize sodium barbital. I'm hoping to eliminating sodium barbital from my lab in the near future. If anyone is willing to share their protocol, or advice, I would very much appreciate any assistance. Thank you! April Oler, HT(ASCP) Senior Clinical Technologist IPOX/DIF/Muscle Laboratories Michigan Medicine Ann Arbor, MI ********************************************************** Electronic Mail is not secure, may not be read every day, and should not be used for urgent or sensitive issues From alexhorkowitz at mac.com Thu Jan 25 13:41:52 2018 From: alexhorkowitz at mac.com (Alex Horkowitz) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 11:41:52 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] Leica Reichert-Jung cryocut 1800 cryostat manual Message-ID: Hello All, I am in need of a manual for a Leica Reichert-Jung cryocut 1800 cryostat with 2020 microtome. Any tips for sectioning mouse lung with this system would be much appreciated as well. Cheers, Alex Horkowitz San Diego State University 2nd Year Cell & Molecular Biology MS Student alexhorkowitz at mac.com From Donna.Willis at BSWHealth.org Thu Jan 25 13:46:40 2018 From: Donna.Willis at BSWHealth.org (Willis, Donna G.) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 19:46:40 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histotechnician open positions In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Good Afternoon Histology world, Baylor Scott and White, Baylor University Medical Center Dallas has 2 open position on the evening/night shift, in the routine Histology laboratory. 1 position is full time from 6pm to 2:30am and the other is a part time position from 2am to 6am. Application to these position can be placed on the BSWHealth website. Donna Willis, HT/HTL(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Manager Baylor University Medical Center 3500 Gaston Ave|Dallas, Texas 75246 214-820-2465 office|214-725-6184 mobile BaylorScottandWhite.com ********************************************************************** The information contained in this e-mail may be privileged and/or confidential, and protected from disclosure, and no waiver of any attorney-client, work product, or other privilege is intended. 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From Teresa.Lima at bmc.org Thu Jan 25 13:48:21 2018 From: Teresa.Lima at bmc.org (Lima, Teresa) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 19:48:21 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Image analysis on breast markers Message-ID: <1E9091127DC2184183D2D9BF2D7A6F0C7709F08A@ex-mb01.bmc.bmcroot.bmc.org> Hello all, I am wondering if any of you out there that do image analysis of breast markers have a technologist select the field of view to be analyzed by the system. Our techs do this with no supervision by a pathologist. In many instances the pathologist changes the analyzed result without logging in to the system to check which areas were selected by the tech. This makes me just a bit nervous and I will be interested to see what you all are doing. Thanks and I look forward to your replies. Many thanks, Terri ---------------------------------------------------------------------- This electronic transmission may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately as use of this information is strictly prohibited. From liz at premierlab.com Thu Jan 25 14:11:53 2018 From: liz at premierlab.com (Liz Chlipala) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 20:11:53 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Image analysis on breast markers In-Reply-To: <1E9091127DC2184183D2D9BF2D7A6F0C7709F08A@ex-mb01.bmc.bmcroot.bmc.org> References: <1E9091127DC2184183D2D9BF2D7A6F0C7709F08A@ex-mb01.bmc.bmcroot.bmc.org> Message-ID: Teresa CAP should be releasing a paper soon, within the next couple months. Quantitative Image Analysis (QIA) for HER2 Immunohistochemistry for Breast Cancer, it will address the question that you have. Keep any eye out for it. Liz Elizabeth A. Chlipala, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Premier Laboratory, LLC PO Box 18592 Boulder, CO 80308 (303) 682-3949 office (303) 682-9060 fax (303) 881-0763 cell liz at premierlab.com www.premierlab.com Ship to Address: Premier Laboratory, LLC 1567 Skyway Drive, Unit E Longmont, CO 80504 From: Lima, Teresa via Histonet [mailto:histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 12:48 PM To: histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Image analysis on breast markers Hello all, I am wondering if any of you out there that do image analysis of breast markers have a technologist select the field of view to be analyzed by the system. Our techs do this with no supervision by a pathologist. In many instances the pathologist changes the analyzed result without logging in to the system to check which areas were selected by the tech. This makes me just a bit nervous and I will be interested to see what you all are doing. Thanks and I look forward to your replies. 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If you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately as use of this information is strictly prohibited. _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ________________________________ From tony.henwood at health.nsw.gov.au Thu Jan 25 15:14:44 2018 From: tony.henwood at health.nsw.gov.au (Tony Henwood (SCHN)) Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 21:14:44 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Acid Phosphatase Protocol In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <0237449DE79DBC45B686AB82CDCD16FF955B0CD9@SVDCMBX-MEX008.nswhealth.net> Hi April, Try this Control tissues: liver, kidney and prostate Fixation and Sectioning: Air dried unfixed 8?m frozen sections Solutions: 1. Substrate solution Naphtol AS-B1 phosphate 0.005g (Fluka 70494 1g) Dimethylfomamide 0.5ml Warning: Suspected Carcinogen ? see MSDS 2. Acetate buffer pH 4.8 Sodium acetate 4.8g Distilled water 100ml 0.6% Acetic Acid 14.75ml pH to 4.8 Make up to 1000 ml with distilled water 3. Sodium nitrite: Warning: Toxic ? see MSDS Sodium nitrite 1.0g Distilled water 25.0ml 4. Pararosaniline-HCl stock solution. Warning: Suspected Carcinogen ? see MSDS Pararosaniline hydrochloride (Basic Fuchsin CI 42510) 0.8g Distilled water 16ml Concentrated Hydrochloric acid 4ml Heat gently, cool to room temperature and filter (store 4?C) 5. Incubation solution: Take 0.4ml solution 3 + 0.4ml solution 4 and mix. Stand for 2 minutes and then add to: Substrate Solution (Solution 1) 0.5ml Acetate buffer pH 4.8 25ml Adjust with 0.1M NaOH to pH 4.5-5.0. Procedure: 1. Take air-dried sections and incubate in the incubation solution at 37oC for 1 hour 2. Wash with distilled water and counterstain with Harris's Haematoxylin for 1 minute. 3. Wash in running tap water 4. Dehydrate rapidly through fresh alcohols to xylene and mount. Results: Acid phosphatase activity red Nuclei blue Regards Tony Henwood JP, MSc, BAppSc, GradDipSysAnalys, CT(ASC), FFSc(RCPA) Principal Scientist, the Children?s Hospital at Westmead Adjunct Fellow, School of Medicine, University of Western Sydney Tel: 612 9845 3306 Fax: 612 9845 3318 Pathology Department the children's hospital at westmead Cnr Hawkesbury Road and Hainsworth Street, Westmead Locked Bag 4001, Westmead NSW 2145, AUSTRALIA ________________________________________ From: Oler, April via Histonet [histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Friday, January 26, 2018 6:26 AM To: 'histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Acid Phosphatase Protocol Good afternoon, I am writing to you all because I am in search of Acid Phosphatase muscle protocols that do not utilize sodium barbital. I'm hoping to eliminating sodium barbital from my lab in the near future. If anyone is willing to share their protocol, or advice, I would very much appreciate any assistance. Thank you! April Oler, HT(ASCP) Senior Clinical Technologist IPOX/DIF/Muscle Laboratories Michigan Medicine Ann Arbor, MI ********************************************************** Electronic Mail is not secure, may not be read every day, and should not be used for urgent or sensitive issues _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet at lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet This message is intended for the addressee named and may contain confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, please delete it and notify the sender. Views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, and are not necessarily the views of NSW Health or any of its entities. From relia1 at earthlink.net Fri Jan 26 11:19:19 2018 From: relia1 at earthlink.net (Pam Barker) Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 12:19:19 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] In Case You Missed it (ICYMI) Here's a link to my 1-2018 column in the NSH newsletter and some great NEW opportunities! Message-ID: <008101d396c9$cd483250$67d896f0$@earthlink.net> Hi Histonetters, ICYMI - In case you missed it!! I am so excited!! My Third article has been published in the NSH Quarterly Career Center Newsletter under my new byline: Make the Cut I will be writing for the NSH Career newsletter on a quarterly basis and a few months ago in one of my emails I asked for topics of interest in anticipation of this column. Thanks again for the suggestions and please keep them coming!! The first column was about Salary Negotiations and the second one was about Interviewing Tips for Histologists The latest column is about Tips for Entry Level Histologists. Here is the link to all three articles: http://nsh.org/content/career-center-newsletter If you have a minute to read it I would love to hear what you think. I also have some exciting job opportunities to pass along. One of these could give you the chance to try out those interviewing tips for histologists!! J Please take a look and if you are interested let me know. If you have a friend who is interested and I place them then I get to give you a referral reward! I LOVE TO GIVE REFERRAL REWARDS!! SOME of these are RELIA exclusives. MOST of these offer Sign- on Bonuses and/or Relocation Assistance ALL of these Companies offer excellent compensation, benefits and great environments, opportunity for growth and great people to work with. AND THEY ALL ARE READY TO HIRE!! What more could you ask for? If You Or Anyone You Know Might Be Interested In A New Opportunity, Please Contact Me ASAP If you want to chat ASAP call or text me on my cell at 407-353-5070. If you want some additional information or to set up a time to chat please call me toll free at 866-607-3542 or email me at relia1 at earthlink.net My clients are ready to interview and hire right away!!! Here are some of our Hottest Opportunities: We have leadership opportunities in: Florida, Ohio, California and Alabama We have Histotechnician/Histotechnologist opportunities in: San Diego AND San Francisco California Birmingham, Alabama Kansas City, MO Madison, WI Austin, TX And my phone is still ringing off the hook so if you don't see the location you want yet drop me a line so I can let you know when something DOES come up. I could be talking to a client about your next opportunity RIGHT NOW!! Have a great day. I look forward to hearing back from you. Thanks-Pam Right Place, Right Time, Right Move with RELIA! Thank You! Pam M. Barker Pam Barker President/Senior Recruiting Specialist-Histology RELIA Solutions Specialists in Allied Healthcare Recruiting 5703 Red Bug Lake Road #330 Winter Springs, FL 32708-4969 Phone: (407)657-2027 Cell: (407)353-5070 FAX: (407)678-2788 E-mail: relia1 at earthlink.net https://www.facebook.com/RELIASolutionsforhistologyprofessionals www.facebook.com /PamBarkerRELIA www.linkedin.com/in/reliasolutions www.twitter.com/pamatrelia From universalderm.nroberts at gmail.com Sat Jan 27 05:37:56 2018 From: universalderm.nroberts at gmail.com (Nicole Roberts) Date: Sat, 27 Jan 2018 06:37:56 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Recommended Cryostats to Learn Mohs. Message-ID: Good Morning Histonetters, I have very limited experience with frozen sectioning, but I have been given the opportunity to learn by our head pathologist. Can you recommend cryostats which can be bought used and are reliable? We have limited space, and limited funds, so we are looking for the best model for our money. Thank you! Nicole Roberts, BS, HTL(ASCP) Histotechnologist universalderm.nroberts at gmail.com (616) 419-3607 From boznpl at aol.com Sun Jan 28 15:42:50 2018 From: boznpl at aol.com (Laurie Colbert) Date: Sun, 28 Jan 2018 16:42:50 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Supervisor Position in Los Angeles Message-ID: <1613eb90cbf-1718-29af2@webjas-vaa180.srv.aolmail.net> Immediate full time opening for Histology Supervisor at PATH MD Lab in West Hollywood, CA.? Monday-Friday, 4:00 am to 1:00 pm, no weekends;? Must be ASCP certified and have at least 5 years supervisory experience; HTL(ASCP) preferred, but will consider HT(ASCP), and Bachelors degree also preferred. Strong knowledge of immunohistochemistry and all aspects of histology required; Must be familiar with CAP regulations; Competitive salary based on experience. PATH MD is a state of the art laboratory that offers medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching plan, paid time off and sick time. Please send resume to David Costanzo, Director of Operations at: dcostanzo at pathmdlabs.com From criley at dpspa.com Mon Jan 29 08:37:50 2018 From: criley at dpspa.com (Charles Riley) Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 09:37:50 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Fwd: Used slide disposal In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Do stained slides have to be disposed of as hazardous material or can they be thrown in the regular trash if properly packaged (via hard plastic sharps container or broken glass box)? -- Charles Riley BS HT, HTL(ASCP)CM Histopathology Coordinator/ Mohs From vanessa.keeton03 at gmail.com Mon Jan 29 13:00:05 2018 From: vanessa.keeton03 at gmail.com (Vanessa Keeton) Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 14:00:05 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Special stains validation In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello all! Is it a CAP requirement to validate special stains just as you would IHC?? Thanks in advance. From crawford at arrayscience.com Mon Jan 29 13:13:07 2018 From: crawford at arrayscience.com (Scott Crawford) Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 11:13:07 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] Part-time Histology Technician wanted, Sausalito, CA Message-ID: Job Title: Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Location: Sausalito, CA Job Type: Part-Time Shift: Daytime to start; potentially adjustable after training period Employer Description: Array Science produces tissue microarrays (TMAs) for multiple applications in anatomic pathology. We have developed and patented methods and instruments for TMA construction that offer exciting new opportunities to the market. As we grow, we are seeking to add an excellent member to our team: a trained, highly skilled, and especially detail-oriented histology technician/technologist who enjoys working in an environment focused on quality, innovation, and improvement of existing methods. We value and emphasize teamwork, and a friendly and productive work environment. We are located in beautiful Sausalito, accessible by car, bike, or public transit (ferry, bus). Job Description: This position presents an opportunity to gain experience in advanced techniques in microtomy and laboratory device production. The position focuses primarily on production of large batches of replicate TMA slides to a high standard of quality. Also, our active R&D activities present learning opportunities for patent-related method and hardware development in a friendly, exciting and fast-paced work environment. Principal duties include but are not limited to: Performs microtomy of tissue microarrays, sometimes hundreds of slides per session, with strict adherence to protocols. Assists in the preparation and refinement of protocols. Operates and maintains an H&E auto-stainer and performs detailed review of stained sections for quality control, using microscope or whole-slide scanner. Constructs TMAs using a variety of instruments and methods. Performs data acquisition and analysis as a team member in the research and development of next-generation TMA methods and histology thereof. Maintains logbooks and slide files. Maintains equipment with documentation. Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience in microtomy, with excellent cutting skills in a range of tissue types. Excellent manual dexterity (important in some TMA construction techniques). Adept in operating a variety of laboratory instruments, troubleshooting when necessary. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Computer proficiency: good skills in navigating and using basic Windows applications (Word, Excel, etc); quick learner of new Windows software. Organized and detail-oriented. Good at record-keeping, including executing and tabulating the results of basic calculations. Places a high value on teamwork, while maintaining the ability to work independently when appropriate. Preferences: HT/HTL certified or eligible within one year. Previous work in a hospital, clinic, or research setting a plus. Education: Associate's Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred, in a science-related field. Must have good references. Hours: Part-Time; preferably daytime hours but evening may be negotiable after a training period. Salary: Competitive If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs-histonet at arrayscience.com. Array Science, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. From mkent at dermpathlab.com Mon Jan 29 13:46:58 2018 From: mkent at dermpathlab.com (Michael Kent) Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 19:46:58 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Sakura Xpress processor CMOS battery fail Message-ID: Our Sakura Xpress 120 (no longer supported as of Jan '18), has an error of "CMOS Checksum error-defaults loaded CMOS battery failed". Processor is slow to start up. Appears to run OK after long warm-up. Sakura only replaces the board, at a prohibitive expense and not making new part. Anyone tried replacing the CMOS battery on the board? We're concerned that may finish it off. Thoughts and experiences will be much appreciated. Mike Michael N. Kent, MS, PhD Laboratory Manager Director of Quality Management and Scientific R&D Dermatopathology Laboratory of Central States From akemiat3377 at gmail.com Mon Jan 29 22:01:47 2018 From: akemiat3377 at gmail.com (Eileen Akemi Allison) Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2018 20:01:47 -0800 Subject: [Histonet] Histology position in Beautiful Montery, CA Message-ID: HISTOLOGY POSITION IN BEAUTIFUL MONTEREY, CA ATTENTION HISTOLOGISTS who meet CLIA grossing regulations and are HT or HTL certified. We have an opening in our pathology laboratory to meet the need of our growing medical group. Our lab has a formalin-free environment with new Milestone microwave hybrid tissue processing technology, Leica 2255 microtomes, a new Leica embedding center, a Leica H&E stainer, and a new Sakura cassette and slide printer. GI experience preferred, but we will train a knowledgeable and willing candidate. We insist on quality embedding and microtomy skills. Duties to include (but not limited to): grossing, embedding, microtomy, limited manual special stains, manual coverslipping, general histology and histology related clerical duties, accessioning, and data entry into our AP Easy LIS System. The right candidate is reliable, self-motivated, articulate, and well versed with anatomy identifications. Must be adept with Microsoft, Excel, and possess excellent keyboarding skills. The lab is located in a private practice Gastroenterology medical group in beautiful Monterey, CA., near the world-famous Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea. This job is full-time days, Monday through Friday with NO WEEKEND?s and no travel. We offer a benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accrual and a profit sharing 401K plan. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Job Type: Full-time Please forward your cover letter and Resume to: Akemi Allison, BS, HT (ASCP) HTL Pathology Manager Monterey Bay GI Consultants 23 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200 Monterey, CA 93940 Work: (831) 375-3577 X117 Email: aallison at montereygi.com From jdivina at sidra.org Tue Jan 30 05:14:36 2018 From: jdivina at sidra.org (JAYVEE ANTONIO DIVINA) Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2018 11:14:36 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histopathology pdf books Message-ID: <7A44D147B797DA47AE8BD4B562CC9283771DE3@MV3WEXMX02PRV.smrc.sidra.org> Hi good day, Does anyone here has a copy of Histotechnology, A Self Instructional Text 4th Ed. by F. Carson? I really need that book for reference. Thanks for your feedback in advance. Best regards, Jayvee Divina, MLS (ASCPi) Disclaimer: This email and its attachments may be confidential and are intended solely for the use of the individual to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any reading, printing, storage, disclosure, copying or any other action taken in respect of this e-mail is prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by using the reply function and then permanently delete what you have received. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Sidra Medical and Research Center. From Nancy.Stedman at buschgardens.com Tue Jan 30 10:07:29 2018 From: Nancy.Stedman at buschgardens.com (Stedman, Nancy) Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2018 16:07:29 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Is anyone running IHC for pyrimidine dimers in fixed tissue Message-ID: Looking for some help with running IHC for pyrimidine dimers in fixed tissue? Is anyone doing this, have any recommendations - preferred antibodies, etc? Thank you - -Nancy Stedman From amurvosh at advancederm.net Tue Jan 30 11:26:55 2018 From: amurvosh at advancederm.net (Anne Murvosh) Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2018 17:26:55 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Processors Message-ID: <22BDD9AABC13E24E95D1CF064B75C4B7B65DEC@Exchange.Advancederm.net> Can anyone recommend a processor for a smaller lab. I need one for about 150 to 200 specimens. It can be a floor model or tabletop preferably a used model. Processing skin specimens only, I currently have a leica TP 1020. Venders welcome to reply. Thanks for your input, Anne From teri.johnson at navigatebp.com Tue Jan 30 12:29:55 2018 From: teri.johnson at navigatebp.com (Johnson, Teri) Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2018 18:29:55 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Open position - Associate Scientist: Clinical Trial Testing Message-ID: <7b8116fa03ca48799a1c9cb9454ac283@DM5PR6207MB0074.023d.mgd.msft.net> Dear histonetters, We have a newly open position available for an Associate Scientist at our facility in Carlsbad, CA. ASCP certification is not required, experience in IHC staining a must. Ventana, Intellipath, Leica IHC platform experience desired. Primary responsibilities for this position is testing and maintenance of fluorescent IHC multiplex assays and image analysis on clinical trial and research project samples, documentation, maintenance duties, etc. Chromogenic staining may also be performed. If interested or know someone who may be, please refer to https://www.novartis.com/careers/career-search#keyword=232747BR for full listing details and to apply. Teri Johnson, HT(ASCP)QIHC Manager, Histopathology and IHC T +1 760 602 1402 (new phone number) teri.johnson at navigatebp.com Navigate BioPharma Services, Inc. A Novartis Subsidiary 1890 Rutherford Rd., Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA From VKurth at uwhealth.org Tue Jan 30 13:02:14 2018 From: VKurth at uwhealth.org (Kurth Virginia L.) Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2018 19:02:14 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] PLA 2R Message-ID: Hello Does or will anyone perform PLA 2R on paraffin Renal biopsies for validation studies. We are currently sending them to a reference lab but they will not perform validation slides. Thanks ahead of time. Ginny Kurth University Hospital of Wisconsin From luigi at medequipsource.com Tue Jan 30 14:46:05 2018 From: luigi at medequipsource.com (Luigi Mascio) Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:46:05 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] small volume lab tissue processor Message-ID: <2C7597ABF5467247BE159D763E27F83901773FBB0469@PROMETHEUS.medequip.local> Anne If you intend to use microwave processing you can purchase the EBS 2850, Thermo Tissue Wave 2 or TBS Shurwave. As for upright or bench tissue processors you are more limited. The VIP 5 is an excellent processor with a capacity of 300 cassettes. We can provide all of the above completely re-manufactured. This is totally different than what you see for sale on E-bay. We replace critical components, service all electrical, mechanical and also paint and decal when needed. Our units come with a one year warrantee on parts labor and travel , operator manual and our own dvd for quick reference on function and maintenance . Here is where you have to be careful: Other vendors sell the units listed below that are no longer supported by the OEM. Athough some parts can be second sourced, critical components like CPU boards, ceramic disk and other parts are no longer provided by the OEMs. Leica TP1050, Leica ASP 300 and 300S---- These units have ongoing issues. We know this from the 16 years we have been working on these units for customers. One customer Miraca Life Sciences (Meridith Hale-histo supervisor) has had numerous issues with the Leica units. Miles Tissue Tek VIP 1000, 2000, 3000- great older units -however no parts left from OEM. Sakura VIP E 150 and E 300- again great units but no longer supported by the OEM for parts. Yes we can second source pump, tubing etc... however cannot give a one year warrantee. The Sakura units have had the least service issues compared to other OEM models. Shandon Excelsior ES- Still supported. We have done many of these. Microm STP 120 is not something that is sought after. I sold for Microm. They had good microtomes and cryostats. Processors were not good at all! I would suggest not worrying about the retort capacity of 300 even though you process a low volume. Yes you have more reagent solution in the larger cassette capacity units , but you also do not have to change the solutions (rotate) as often. Also if you work load increases you can accommodate for it. Give me a call at your convenience-- as I am also a registered histologist that has worked as a tech, derm supervisor, histology program director, sales rep for Microm and 16 years owning my current business. I would be glad to answer any questions, and if I do not have an answer for something I will get it for you. We have supported the NSH for years as a vendor, and they have used some of our equipment for their workshops. New upright processors can cost $60000+, rotary can also be in the mid $20000. For remanufactured equipment you are talking numbers such as $13000 to $22500 depending on model. Also we do preventive maintenance throughout the entire US, and we always recommend pm's instead of expensive service contracst that you may partially or never use throughout the year. I am in the office usually M-F from 9:30 to 5 except for tomorrow when I will be in later in the afternoon! Ok, hope we can partner with you and your organization. Regards Luigi M. Mascio BS HT (ASCP) CEO/Owner info at medequipsource.com www.medequipsource.com 724-687-7342 direct number 724-369-1604 ext. 102 412-216-0496 cell For a great resource visit medequipsource.com, especially our blog with histology tips of the week. MES Premium Services: * New Histology and Pathology Products * High Quality Remanufactured Equipment * Signature Preventative Maintenance Programs * Lab Design & Workflow Layout * Remanufacture Existing Equipment * Innovative Financing Programs * Service Contracts (*Limited Area) * We carry all major OEM brands From despinosa at stamhealth.org Wed Jan 31 09:12:52 2018 From: despinosa at stamhealth.org (despinosa at stamhealth.org) Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2018 10:12:52 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Medical Technologists Opportunities at Stamford Health Message-ID: <002301d39aa5$f7770490$e6650db0$@stamhealth.org> Medical Technologists Opportunities at Stamford Health Stamford, CT Make an Impact. And enrich your future. Stamford Hospital is seeking experienced Medical Technologists like you, who are ready for a tremendous opportunity to join a team where your ideas and input will be encouraged and the opportunity to learn and grow begins day one. As an organization of caregivers, we share a passionate pursuit of putting the patient first. Only by working together can we truly do our best to help our patients heal physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Are you ready to put your lab skills to the test? Stamford Hospital and you, together we represent excellence in patient-centered care. Currently, we are seeking Generalist-Medical Technologists to cover evenings, as well as a Lead Medical Technologist for evening/night coverage. We also have day openings for Microbiology, Blood Bank and Core Hematology/Chemistry. You'll exercise your skills in our state-of-the-art CAP-accredited Laboratory department. All positions require rotating weekend and holiday coverage. As a Medical Technologist on our team, your responsibilities will include: * Independently performing and reporting general and/or specialized laboratory test * Providing technical services and laboratory support information to staff and providers As a qualified Medical Technologist, you must have: * Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology and additional specialty lab training * A minimum of 2 years of related medical technologist experience in the position of interest * ASCP BOC registry or registry eligible; or equivalent registry (AMT, NCA) * MLT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), MT(AMT), CLS(NCA) * Additional ASCP BOC specialty registry or equivalent registry (AMT, NCA) * SBB(ASCP), BB(ASCP), SM(ASAP), M(ASCP) preferred * Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred (for the Lead Medical Technologist position) Stamford Hospital understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, so we're offering you: * Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus based on experience; prorated for part-time * Competitive salaries, shift and weekend differentials * Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one * Generous PTO * Career Ladder for career advancement * And much more! Are you ready to take your career to the next level and be inspired and supported to make the most of your skills and ideas? Contact us today! You may apply online at: StamfordHealth.org/Careers or email your resume to Diana Espinosa, HR Partner, at: despinosa at stamhealth.org EOE M/F/D/V Stamford Health Designated: ANCC Magnet RecognitionR Accredited: The Joint Commission Member: New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System Designated: Planetree Person-Centered Care From brannon at alliedsearchpartners.com Wed Jan 31 15:44:17 2018 From: brannon at alliedsearchpartners.com (Brannon Owens) Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2018 21:44:17 +0000 Subject: [Histonet] Histotech (3:30am - 11:30am) job opening in Atlanta, GA Message-ID: Good afternoon Histonet! Client hiring currently in Atlanta, GA. Close to I-285 and easily commutable form most locations in the metro Atlanta area. Must have cutting, embedding, and IHC experience. Send a resume to brannon at alliedsearchpartners.com for consideration. Thank you! Position Title: Histology Technician Shift: Sunday ? Thursday; 3:30am - 11:30am Location: Atlanta, GA .--To view a complete list of Allied Search Partners current openings go to: http://www.alliedsearchpartners.com/careers Brannon Owens Recruitment Manager Allied Search Partners LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/brannon-owens/28/528/823 http://www.alliedsearchpartners.com T: 888.388.7571 ext. 106 Direct Line: 407.413.9421 F: 888.388.7572