[Histonet] Histology Supervisor Position in Los Angeles CA

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

PATH MD has an immediate opening for a Histology Supervisor. PATH MD is a state 
of the art histology lab in West Hollywood and offers competitive salaries, 
full health insurance and a matching 401(k) plan.  Candidates must have prior 
experience and be ASCP registered.  Contact David Costanzo at (323) 648-3212 
work or (213) 437-6400 cell.
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[Histonet] Part time IHC position in LA area

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

I am posting this for a friend of mine who was recently laid off.  He is a PhD, 
not a histotech, and has worked doing IHC for over 30 years.  He is very 
experienced and competent.  He is looking for a part time IHC position in the 
LA area. Please see all of his contact info below.

Sabir Husain
909-224-9866
sabirhusain...@hotmail.com
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[Histonet] p16 Antibody

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

We have been using Ventana's p16 antibody and detection kit on an IHC stainer 
that is not Ventana's stainer.  We have been told that these reagents are now 
obsolete, but that they can be purchased in dispensers which are customized for 
Ventana's own stainer.  Can I simply just dispense their reagents into my own 
vials for my stainer?  I'm wondering if anyone else is dealing with this same 
issue.

Are there other companies that sell the p16 antibody?  The last time I checked 
(which was years ago), Ventana was the only one selling this.

Thanks,
Laurie Redmond
Path MD
Los Angeles, CA
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Re: [Histonet] pH of formalin

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

We monitor the concentration and pH of our recycled formalin weekly, but since 
it has been consistently within range I may start monitoring monthly.


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To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' 
Sent: Wed, Jun 6, 2018 11:25 am
Subject: [Histonet] pH of formalin

Hi Histonetters
Is anyone out there monitoring their Ph of the formalin they use? If do how 
often?

Thanks
S Kathy Baldwin ASCP, SCT
Pathology and Cytology Manager
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[Histonet] V600E

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

Can anyone tell me about the V600E antibody?  Our pathologist wants to add it 
to our menu of IHC stains, and I've never heard of it.  Sources?

Thanks,
Laurie Redmond
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[Histonet] Silver disposal

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

I'm wondering how others dispose of their silver waste from a GMS stain?  We 
have always collected and disposed of it separately from our other chemical 
waste.  We have a 55 gallon drum where we dispose of formalin, alcohol and 
xylene, and I was told by several people that we could just add the silver into 
the 55 gallon drum since it was such a small percentage of silver.

We use 10 ml of a 5% silver solution and then dilute that to 50 ml, so there is 
a very small percentage of silver in the solution.

Thanks,
Laurie Redmond


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[Histonet] Supervisor Position in Los Angeles

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

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: 
dcosta...@pathmdlabs.com
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[Histonet] Special stains and hoods

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

I would like to know how many people perform (manual) routine special stains 
under a hood.  We do basic specials - Giemsa, AB/PAS, GMS, Trichrome, Muci - 
but we do them on the counter, not under a hood.  We have been told the 
staining needs to be done under a hood, but I have never done that in my entire 
career.
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[Histonet] Per diem Histotech position at Path MD

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

Path MD is looking for a per diem histotech to work Saturdays and as needed 
during the week.  Must be ASCP registered and be able to start between midnight 
and 2:00 am and also be able to work during the holidays.

Path MD is a state of the art Pathology Lab located in West Hollywood.  We are 
looking for a team player that is reliable and responsible.  Salary based on 
experience.  Candidates may send their resume to Laurie Redmond at both of the 
following emails:  boz...@aol.com     and    lredm...@pathmdlabs.com
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Re: [Histonet] Microtomes

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

We have three Thermo 355S's.  They are nice because you can use them in the 
automated mode or manual mode.  All of our HT's use the manual mode, so now we 
just buy the manual version.

Laurie Redmond HT (ASCP)
Path MD


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From: Piche, Jessica via Histonet 
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Sent: Wed, Jul 18, 2018 7:29 am
Subject: [Histonet] Microtomes

Good Morning Everyone,

We are in the market for new microtomes and was wondering what everyone is 
using out there? We are looking for semi-automated/automated microtomes. We are 
demoing the Leica Autocut and the Thermo 355S. I really like the Leica 
microtome but am not crazy about the control panel. We cut with our water baths 
to our left and the control panel is in the way. What are other techs doing? 
I'd appreciate your thoughts.

Thank you in advance.

Jessica Piche, HT(ASCP)
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[Histonet] Paraffin Dispenser

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

I'm looking for a 2.5 gallon (approx) paraffin dispenser ASAP - new or 
refurbished.  I need to find one that is in stock and can be shipped 
immediately.  Vendors are welcome to respond.

Thank you,
Laurie Redmond
Path MD 
Los Angeles, CA
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Re: [Histonet] Giemsa vs Diff Quik

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

We use the Diff Quik in place of the Giemsa stain for H. Pylori on gastric 
bx's.  I believe you can use the Diff Quik for FNA's, especially if it is just 
for a preliminary diagnosis and you will be staining with H or a cytology 
stain later.  We get our Diff Quik from Medical Chemical Corporation.

Laurie Redmond


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Sent: Thu, Sep 6, 2018 7:42 am
Subject: [Histonet] Giemsa vs Diff Quik

The laboratory I work at has been using the Diff Quik for years now as a stain 
for fine needle aspirates. Recently, when we tried to reorder a Diff Quik stain 
kit from our usual suppliers, we have found it to be on backorder. This has 
caused us to begin to consider the Giemsa stain as an alternative to the Diff 
Quik. Does anyone have any experience with using both stains and how they 
compare to each other? Would the Giemsa be a suitable alternative to replace 
the Diff Quik?


Joseph A. Esposito
McClain Laboratories, LLC.
(631) 361- 4000


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[Histonet] Excelsior Tissue Processor

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

If there is anyone out there who is using the Thermo Fisher Excelsior Tissue 
processor for biopsies, would you please contact me directly at my personal 
email?  I have a question about your processing program.

Thanks,
Laurie Redmond
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[Histonet] Histotech positions available in Los Angeles

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

Path MD, a state of the art pathology lab located in Los Angeles/West 
Hollywood, has 3 histotechnician positions available immediately.  Path MD 
offers full medical, dental and vision insurance and also offers a matching 
401(k) plan.  We are looking for reliable and self-motivated histotechs to join 
our team!

Supervisor - full time, Mon-Fri, 4:30 am to 1:30 pm; Must be HT or HTL (ASCP) 
and have 5 years supervisory experience; Knowledge of all histology operations, 
IHC and CAP regulations required; relocation assistance offered

Histotech - full time, Sun-Thur, 9:00 pm to 5:30 am; Must be HT (ASCP) or 
eligible and have at least one year of histology experience; duties include 
embedding, cutting and special stains; IHC experience a plus

Histotech - per diem, as needed, 9:00 pm start time; Must be HT (ASCP) or 
eligible and have at least one year of histology experience; duties include 
embedding, cutting and special stains

Interested candidates may send a cover letter and resume to both emails below:

David Costanzo, Director of Operations;  dcosta...@pathmdlabs.com
Laurie Redmond, Acting Supervisor:  boz...@aol.com
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[Histonet] Per diem histotech needed for nights, Los Angeles area

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

PATH MD is looking for a motivated and reliable per diem histotech to work 
occasional nights starting at 9:00 pm.  The job would consist mainly of 
embedding and some cutting, but knowledge in all aspects of histology 
preferred.  Must be ASCP certified and have at least one year of histology 
experience. Competitive salary offered.

Please forward resumes to Laurie Redmond at boz...@aol.com
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[Histonet] Supervisor and per diem histotech positions available in Los Angeles

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

Path MD, a state of the art private pathology lab located in West Hollywood, 
CA, is looking for a full time Histology supervisor to join our team.  The 
position is available immediately, Monday-Friday, 4:00 am to 12:30 pm.  
HT(ASCP) and bachelors degree required, and HTL(ASCP) preferred.  At least 5 
years supervisory experience is required, as well as knowledge of IHC and CAP 
regulations. Must be reliable and self-motivated.  Path MD offers medical, 
dental and vision benefits as well as a 401(k) plan with matching benefits.  
Relocation assistance a possibility.

Please submit resume to David Costanzo, Director of Operations at:  
dcosta...@pathmdlabs.com

Path MD is also looking for a per diem histotech to work occasional nights 
starting at 9:00 pm.  Must be HT(ASCP) with at least one year of experience in 
routine histology and IHC experience is preferred.  Please send resume to 
Laurie Redmond at: boz...@aol.com
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Re: [Histonet] Slide labels falling off- Slidemate AS

[Laurie Colbert via Histonet]

Stefanie,

When you say "labels" are  you talking about paper labels or the print on the 
slides from the Slidemate??

I will assume that you mean the print, and yes, I have had the problem in the 
past where the print came off during staining and/or you could literally wipe 
the print off with a kimwipe or your finger.  In our case, it was the slides - 
even though it was the same slide we had been using for years.  This was 
happening with a certain lot number.  Is this happening with just one lot 
number?  Maybe you can try and get a different lot number or try a totally 
different slide (different manufacturer) to narrow down the issue.
Good luck!
Laurie



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Sent: Wed, Mar 28, 2018 8:51 am
Subject: [Histonet] Slide labels falling off- Slidemate AS

Hello all,

I am hoping someone out there can help. We have been having issues with some of 
the labels coming off during staining and after. It seems to be random so I 
can't tell if there is a problem with the slides or the Slidemate AS. There are 
days that it will be half the slides but other days where it will be none. 
Sometimes the labels peel off and float away during staining and other times 
labels rub off when handling but only after staining.


We are using Globe Scientific Slides, and have been for over 2 years with no 
issues until December.

I have changed out the ribbon on the slidemate and the problem is still 
sporadic.

Oven time drying time does not seem to be a factor.

We have not made any reagent changes for the staining process to explain the 
issue either.


Has anyone else seen anything like this? Any slide suggestions to try out?

Stefanie Harris
Research Assistant, Histology
Research Animal Diagnostic Services | Charles River
261 Ballardvale St., Wilmington, MA 01887
P: 781.222.6592 | F: 978.658.7698
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