Histology Technician - Histotechnician

Performs the processing, embedding, cutting, and staining of tissue specimens though procedural standards that assures the accuracy, timeliness and quality control of results.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 3am to 11:30am, possible rare Saturday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Preparing Slides


* Verifies sample identification.


* Processes specimen according to established histology procedure.


* Performs embedding techniques.


* Performs microtomy techniques to produce high quality tissue sections.


* Performs routine and special staining.


* Prepares correct reagents and solutions utilized in procedure.


* Orients and trains new personnel.


* Maintains updated departmental procedure manuals.


* Writes procedures for laboratory conforming to NCCLS guidelines

Quality Control and Maintenance


* Follows quality control procedures and maintains records.

Documents and notifies lab manager of any problems.


* Cleans and performs daily and/or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.

Documents those tasks and reports repairs to lab manager.


* Troubleshooting instrument and procedure problems with appropriate documentation, consulting instrument manufacture or lab manager, if necessary.


* Cleans and disinfects work area and properly disposes of bio-hazardous material as needed and at least on a daily basis.


* Inventories reagents and tool parts to ensure adequate supplies for the work.

Notifies lab manager in a timely manner of supply shortages or of expiring reagents.


* Accurately files paraffin blocks and slides for efficient retrieval.


* Prints out appropriate work list and reconcile any discrepancies at the beginning and end of day.


* Performs special technical and other duties as assigned.


* Adheres to established safety protocols and observes universal precautions in all phases of laboratory testing.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:


* Able to consistently demonstrate essential clinical competencies for this role and license/certification.


* Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g.

face mask, goggles, gloves) as needed.


* Excellent understanding of Histology techniques.


* Excellent written and oral communication skills.


* Ability to interact effectively coworkers, lab manager, and pathologists.


* Ability to work independently while functioning as a team member.


* Ability to organize and prioritize workflow independently.


* Ability to multi-task while focusing on minute details.

Excellent follow-through on all tasks required.


* Critical thinking skills required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


* Graduate of an accredited Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) program preferred.


* HT (ASCP) or HLT (ASCP) certification preferred, or obtain within one year of hire.


* Minimum of six months recent experience as a Histology Tech required.


* One year internship in hospital Histology Laboratory...