[Histonet] Immediate Open Position in Gig Harbor, WA
Hi All, A Dermatologist in Gig Harbor, Washington is looking for a full-time HT or HTL. Candidates must meet CLIA compliance requirements to perform gross. Ability to perform Mohs is a plus but in-house Mohs training is available. Anyone interested in more information may reply to this e-mail. Attached resumes are appreciated. Thank you, Konni Black ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Part Time HT/HTL Opening in Puyallup, WA
Hi All, There is a part-time opening for a registered HT or HTL in Puyallup, WA, beautiful Mt. Rainier country! Excellent salary and flexible hours. Minimum 3 years experience required. If you are interested in more information, please contact Konni Black kbl...@digestivehlth.commailto:kbl...@digestivehlth.com. Thank you ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 102, Issue 11
Pretty cool. Fun accessories at really good prices. Don't know if I would buy much but I loved 2 pair of earrings on there that were soldout! -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of histonet-requ...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Thursday, May 10, 2012 10:04 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Histonet Digest, Vol 102, Issue 11 Send Histonet mailing list submissions to histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to histonet-requ...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu You can reach the person managing the list at histonet-ow...@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. WSHS Spring Meeting (Shimp, Kristen R) 2. Manager needed for NC (Kaitlin Webster) 3. Grossing Cassette Baskets (Vickroy, Jim) 4. formalin substitute (Gale Limron) 5. RE: formalin substitute (Tryka, A. Francine) 6. Productivity Standards (Willis, Donna G.) 7. Brown Adipose Tissue (Michelle Aono) -- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 9 May 2012 17:37:01 + From: Shimp, Kristen R ksh...@seattlecca.org Subject: [Histonet] WSHS Spring Meeting To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Message-ID: 24041_1336585023_4faaab3f_24041_51_1_b4c7785e2a17ae4d932107d2efa36ad44a6f2...@exdb01.seattlecca.org Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii The Washington State Histology Society is hosting a Spring continuing education meeting on May 19, 2012 in Everett, Washington. Early registration is still available. We have a variety of class topics including lung cancer research, double IHC staining techniques, and microbiology. A copy of the program and registration form can be found at www.wahisto.wordpress.comhttp://www.wahisto.wordpress.com/. This electronic message transmission contains information which may be confidential or privileged. The information is intended to be for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the contents of this information is prohibited. If you have received this electronic transmission in error, please leave a message via telephone at (206) 624-1159, notify me by electronic reply, and delete this message. Opinions and ideas in this message that do not relate to official business are understood as neither given nor endorsed by the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. To view our complete Notice of Privacy Practices, visit our web site at www.seattlecca.org. -- Message: 2 Date: Wed, 9 May 2012 15:27:13 -0400 From: Kaitlin Webster kait...@prometheushealthcare.com Subject: [Histonet] Manager needed for NC To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Message-ID: 018a01cd2e19$bcd8fe50$368afaf0$@prometheushealthcare.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii My team and I are currently seeking a qualified Histology Manager for one of our top facilities in North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of management experience, HT/HTL ASCP certification and a BA/BS. The facility processes mostly IHC and surgical specimens. The position offers a great location to live, highly competitive salary with annual bonus, relocation package and full benefits. Please contact me to inquire about the opening. Kaitlin Webster Recruiting Manager Prometheus Healthcare kait...@prometheushealthcare.com -- Message: 3 Date: Thu, 10 May 2012 07:37:09 -0500 From: Vickroy, Jim vickroy@mhsil.com Subject: [Histonet] Grossing Cassette Baskets To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Message-ID: 55c1fd599e1ffb479baa2e4b5ef348c3013c4721a...@mmc-mail.ad.mhsil.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Does anybody know where we can purchase wire or plastic tissue cassette baskets for our grossing stations. We are looking for baskets that will keep the cassettes in line similar to the old VIP 3000 metal baskets with dividers. In our workflow we later transfer the cassettes to processing baskets. (Looked into purchasing more processing baskets, but at 400-500 a basket that doesn't seem to feasible.) Surely someone has old wire baskets or new plastic ones. Thanks for your help. James Vickroy BS, HT(ASCP) Surgical and Autopsy Pathology Technical Supervisor Memorial Medical Center 217-788-4046 This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific
[Histonet] HT/HTL position Scottsdale, AZ
New GI lab in Scottsdale, AZ needs an HT/HTL with experience. Beautiful space with lots of windows! Opening mid-July. Very flexible schedule. Can be part-time or fulltime. Interested parties can contact Konni Black via e-mail kbl...@digestivehlth.com or phone 253-503-2560. Thank you, Konni ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] part-time position Portland Oregon
A friend has asked me to post an opening for an HT or HTL partime position. It would be about 20 hours per week in Portland, Oregon. If you have an interest, you can contact me via e-mail. kbl...@digestivehlth.com Thank you, Konni Black ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HTL/HT job opening
HT/ HTL position in Columbia, SC. This is a fulltime position for a licensed HT/ HTL with minimum 3 to 5 years experience. Flexible schedule and great working conditions in a beautiful new lab. If you are interested, please contact Konni Black. kbl...@digestivehlth.com Thank you for your interest. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HT/HTL needed in St. Augustine, FL
A friend has asked me to post a request for an HT/HTL for a GI lab in St. Augustine, FL. For more information, please contact Robin Scott at rsc...@gi-associates.com. Thank you ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] part-time HT/HTL position in Scottsdale AZ
Hi All, There is a part-time opening in a great new lab in sunny Scottsdale, AZ.. Licensed HT or HTL must have 3 or more years experience and be able to work independently. Great pay, very flexible schedule. Please contact Konni Black for more details. Thank you for your interest. 253-503-2560 office 253-312-9964 cell 253-682-2433 fx ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] need temporary histotech in Troy, MI
A friend of mine asked me to post a request for a temporary histotech, available in the Troy, Michigan area, to replace her for 6 weeks while she is recuperating from surgery. Please contact me kbl...@digestivehlth.com if you have an interest. Thank you, Konni Black ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HT/HTL Opening Tualatin, Oregon
An experienced HT or HTL is needed for a new histology lab in Tualatin, Oregon. Great company, very flexible schedule, excellent pay. Please contact Konni Black if you are interested. kbl...@digestivehlth.com or 253-503-2560. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Part-time job opening Sumter, SC
Hello All, There is a part-time opening for an experienced HT or HTL in Sumter, SC which is located between Columbia and Florence, SC.. Create your own schedule, estimated 15 to 20 hours per week needed. Excellent pay, new space and equipment. Please contact Konni Black at 253-503-2560 or kbl...@digestivehlth.com. Thank you kindly for your interest. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HT/ HTL opening in Florida
I have been asked by a friend to post a fulltime job opening in St. Augustine, Florida. Must be HT or HTL with experience. Great pay and benefits. Very flexible schedule. Contact Robin Scott at 904-584-1884 or rsc...@gi-associates.com ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HT/HTL position Gainesville. FL
Fulltime HT/HTL opening in GI lab in Gainesville, Florida. Must have 3-5 years experience. Great lab. Flexible work schedule. Contact Konni Black at kbl...@digestivehlth.com or 253-503-2560. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] job opening
We are looking for a fulltime histologist for a new lab in Olympia, WA. Planned opening in March with great new equipment and lab space. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years experience and must be able to work alone. Flexible work schedule. . Contact Konni Black kbl...@digestivehlth.com 253-503-2560 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Helicobacter pylori IHC stain
We are also trying Biocare's mouse monoclonal with red chromagen. Organisms look like HP on steroids! Beautiful... Konni Black - Original Message - From: godsgal...@aol.com To: jtay...@meriter.com; ih...@googlegroups.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 7:30 AM Subject: Re: [Histonet] Helicobacter pylori IHC stain We use Biocare's Rabbit Polyclonal (1:150) with the red chromagenreally cleaned up all the background..the docs love it! Roxanne -Original Message- From: Taylor, Jean jtay...@meriter.com To: 'ih...@googlegroups.com' ih...@googlegroups.com; 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Tue, Nov 10, 2009 4:41 pm Subject: [Histonet] Helicobacter pylori IHC stain Hi everyone, Just trying to get an idea of where labs are purchasing their helicobacter ylori antibody from, as well as any information including antibody clone, ilution, detection, etc. I currently run the DAKO platform. Thank you! Jean Taylor, HT(ASCP)QIHC HC Tech eriter Health Services adison, WI __ istonet mailing list isto...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu ttp://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] RE: Laboratory Licensing
The test, according to CLIA, is the reading (interpretation/ diagnosis) of the slide. You do not need a CLIA license to prepare the slides. Konni Black Tacoma, WA - Original Message - From: Cheri Miller cmil...@physlab.com To: Pratt, Caroline caroline.pr...@uphs.upenn.edu; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Wednesday, November 04, 2009 10:00 AM Subject: [Histonet] RE: Laboratory Licensing I agree with you, what happens when a lab processes only? We in the past have had accounts that we would gross, section, stain and coverslip. We then send completed slides to the submitting Physician usually a Dermatologist who likes to read and diagnose his own slides. Cheryl Miller HT ASCP CM Histology Supervisor Physicians Laboratory Services Omaha, NE. 402 731 4148 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Pratt, Caroline Sent: Wednesday, November 04, 2009 9:47 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Laboratory Licensing Importance: High We were recently surveyed by the Joint Commission. We have our laboratory at one physical address and our Dermatopathologists at another physical address (the hospital). The surveyor indicated that we need a separate CLIA and state license for the hospital location where the slides are being read even though no tests are performed there. These are high complexity Tissue Pathology. Has anyone heard of this before or have a similar set up and how are you licensed. It doesn't sound accurate to me. My understanding was that any test being performed required licensure, I have never heard of laboratory licensure being required for the reporting of results. Please provide any assistance or experience you can!!! Thanks! Caroline M. Pratt, MBA Practice Administrator Dermatopathology UPHS 3700 Market Street, Ste 312 Philadelphia, PA 19104 phone 215-349-8178 fax 215-662-6150 The information contained in this e-mail message is intended only for the personal and confidential use of the recipient(s) named above. If the reader of this message is 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, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by e-mail, and delete the original message. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet PRIVILEGED / CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION may be contained in this message. If you are not the addressee intended / indicated or agent responsible for delivering it to the addressee, you are hereby notified that you are in possession of confidential and privileged information. Any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this email from your system. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Diff Quik CPT code
Actually it is 88312 (micro-organisms like Helicobacter pylori). 88313 is for non-organism special stains like iron, collagen etc. except IHC stains. Konni Black Digestive Health Laboratory Tacoma, WA - Original Message - From: Bell, Lynne lynne.b...@cvmc.org To: 'Cristi stephenson' cls71...@sbcglobal.net; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 11:05 AM Subject: RE: [Histonet] Diff Quik CPT code The CPT code for diff-quik for H.pylori is 88313. Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Lead Histologist Central Vermont Medical Center 130 Fisher Road Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] AAVLD Histo sample block slide retention policy
CLIA (feds) require blocks to be retained 2 years and slides to be retained 10 years. Space usually determines how long beyond that they are kept. We keep a Cancer file of slides and blocks that are retained indefinitely. K Black Digestive Health Specialists Tacoma, WA - Original Message - From: Cheri Miller cmil...@physlab.com To: Burton, Lynn lynn.bur...@illinois.gov; Jan Shivers shive...@umn.edu; histonet histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, September 14, 2009 6:19 AM Subject: RE: [Histonet] AAVLD Histo sample block slide retention policy I disagree, the slide is what was used to make the diagnosis. The block may not be a good representation of the actual slide, it may could have been cut so that what is on the original slide is no longer in the block. In Surgical path we keep our slides indefinitely and our blocks for 10 years. Cheryl A. Miller HT ASCP Histology Supervisor Physcians Laboratory, P.C. 402 493 0403 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Burton, Lynn [lynn.bur...@illinois.gov] Sent: Friday, September 11, 2009 10:35 AM To: Jan Shivers; histonet Subject: RE: [Histonet] AAVLD Histo sample block slide retention policy I read our SOP's on storage and referred to Dr. webb, our pathologist. His feeling was that they, AAVLD, leave that up to each lab depending on the state statutes regarding law suits. Our SOP says seven years on blocks and nine years on slides. I would agree with you that as long as you have blocks, the slides would be less important. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Jan Shivers Sent: Fri 9/11/2009 9:21 AM To: histonet Subject: [Histonet] AAVLD Histo sample block slide retention policy For veterinary diagnostic lab personnel: We're having a difference of opinion here over how long our Histo slides need to be retained. It was my understanding that all paraffin blocks and stained slides need to be retained for 7 years. Others here believe that as long as the blocks are retained, it's not necessary to retain the stained slides past a year or two. Storage space might be a problem in the near future. I've looked through the AAVLD Essential Requirements, but cannot find a definitive answer to this question. Can someone help me out with the correct answer? We're writing a sample storage SOP for each lab section today, and I'd like to get an answer as soon as possible. Thanks in advance, Jan Shivers UMN VDL ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet PRIVILEGED / CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION may be contained in this message. If you are not the addressee intended / indicated or agent responsible for delivering it to the addressee, you are hereby notified that you are in possession of confidential and privileged information. Any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this email from your system. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Job Opening
Hello All, There is a new histology lab opening in St. Augustine, Florida. Beautiful area on the Palm Coast. Great pay and working conditions. Extremely flexible hours. In fact, create your own schedule! Contact me for details or send resume to kbl...@digestivelth.com Don't miss this ground floor opportunity. Konni Black ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] (no subject)
Part-time job opening for an experienced HT or HTL in St. Augustine, Florida. It is a new lab for a group of gastroenterologists. I estimate it will require 4 to 6 hours per day. Very flexible hours; design your own schedule. Pay is commensurate with experience and local scale. Great working conditions. Could be a great second job or an enjoyable first job. Must have 3 to 5 years experience. Probable opening in September 2009. Konni Black Pathology/Lab Development, LLC 253-503-2560 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
