[Histonet] Processing hair

2011-05-09 Thread Martha Ward
I am posting this question for a colleague who has been approached to do a research project involving processing human hair. Has anyone done this, and if so, could you provide the procedure. Thanks in advance for your help. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Assistant Manager Molecular Diagnostics

[Histonet] Microprobe

2011-05-09 Thread Houston, Ronald
Looking for a new or used Fisher Microprobe. Please contact me off-line if you can help Ronnie Houston, MS HT(ASCP)QIHC Anatomic Pathology Manager ChildLab, a Division of Nationwide Children's Hospital www.childlab.com 700 Children's Drive Columbus, OH 43205 (P) 614-722-5450 (F) 614-722-2899

Re: [Histonet] Re: Is anybody hiring techs without a certification?

2011-05-09 Thread Grantham, Andrea L - (algranth)
Pam, I can tell you that NSH is totally aware of this situation and one of our goals is to try to do something about it. These things are not done quickly however but little by little we are making some progress. We have partnered with other healthcare professionals like CLSI, NAACLS, CLMA,

Re: [Histonet] Re: Is anybody hiring techs without a certification?

2011-05-09 Thread Jon Krupp
On May 9, 2011, at 8:58 AM, Grantham, Andrea L - (algranth) wrote: Pam, I can tell you that NSH is totally aware of this situation and one of our goals is to try to do something about it. These things are not done quickly however but little by little we are making some progress. We have

RE: [Histonet] Biocare Intelipath

2011-05-09 Thread Karen Lahti
Sheila, I have been a long time Biocare user, as well as many years of experience with just about every IHC company/instrument on the market today. I have had a fair share of issues with each. I am amazed continuously at the attention and care I am given from the whole Biocare company. When I

[Histonet] Re: Anybody Hiring Techs Without Certification?

2011-05-09 Thread Paula
From the way some labs act, it seems like they don't really need anyone. The last time I worked in the field was late 80s. I am willing to buy books and refresh my knowledge. Schools say I don't need a degree again, to brush up my skills in a lab. The labs say I haven't done it recently and

RE: [Histonet] Re: Anybody Hiring Techs Without Certification?

2011-05-09 Thread Pam Barker
Hi Everybody, I have been watching this thread and would like to add my two cents What I have observed is that there are a lot of labs out there that have openings but no urgency to fill them unless they find the ideal candidates ideal meaning ASCP HT/HTL with 5 years of experience willing to

[Histonet] PA HT Postition

2011-05-09 Thread Hale, Meredith
Great opportunity for a Histotechnician in a brand new laboratory! We are an 8 physician Dermatology practice located in Bucks County, PA looking for a certified HT or HTL. Candidate must meet CLIA grossing requirements. The candidate will be responsible for routine histology duties. This is a

RE: [Histonet] Procedure Manual Template

2011-05-09 Thread Roberta Horner
Did you try NSH? I got one from them years ago to write up my SOP's. Roberta Horner HT/HTL Penn State University Animal Diagnostic Lab -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of SHANE NELSON Sent:

[Histonet] Re: Is anybody hiring techs without a certification?

2011-05-09 Thread Robert Richmond
I'm certainly glad that Yvette and I initiated such a spirited discussion of the discouraging issue of certification in histotechnology! Pathologists must bear considerable blame here, for not taking a much stronger stand in defense of the people who make the practice of pathology possible. There

[Histonet] (no subject)

2011-05-09 Thread Dorothy Glass
What is an IHC stain for gastric reflux. Pathologists are wanting to start using the procedure. Can anyone help? ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet

[Histonet] Old VIP cassette baskets

2011-05-09 Thread Heather R
Does anyone know where I can find a basket that was used in the older VIP processors? Its about 4.5 x 5 inches, holds maybe 50 cassettes laying down on their side.  I'm not familiar with where to find used Histology equipment. If someone has one for sale I would love to hear from you. Thanks