Histologic Technologist - Histology - FT - Augusta, GA

2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.•Augusta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Histologic Technologist performs complex immunohistochemical and histological procedures on tissue specimens to help pathologists diagnose patients’ diseases and conditions. The role prioritizes testing and completes procedures accurately and on time while maintaining records in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations. The technologist also coordinates activities of students, residents, and fellows in training. Responsibilities include performing microtomy and routine H&E, frozen section, special stain, immunofluorescence, neuromuscular, Mohs, and immunohistochemistry testing; orienting and embedding tissue in paraffin blocks; operating and maintaining laboratory instruments; managing supplies; and supporting compliance with CAP and CLIA 88 requirements. The position works as part of a team to meet turnaround times and deliver work to the surgical pathology department.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Associate's degree in a science-related field.
Minimum of four years in a clinical or research laboratory setting, or HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), or MT (ASCP) certification at the time of hire.
HT(ASCP) or HT(ASCP)-P certification; the provisional certification must be obtained within two years.
HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), MT (ASCP), or QIHC certification, to be obtained within 18 months of hire if not certified at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of four years of histology experience.
Previous experience in microtomy.

Responsibilities

Perform microtomy for routine H&E stains, frozen sections, special stains, IF, neuromuscular, Mohs, and IHC testing.
Perform special stains, IHC, IF, neuromuscular procedures, and various manual stains.
Correctly orient and embed tissue into paraffin blocks, including embedding multiple tissue sections on the same plane within one cassette.
Operate and perform maintenance on laboratory instruments.
Maintain adequate supplies and replace them before their expiration dates.
Maintain an understanding of the CAP checklist and ensure compliance with CLIA 88 and CAP regulations.
Work efficiently as a team member to meet required turnaround times and deliver work to the surgical pathology department.
Maintain proper records of testing in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Coordinate activities of students, residents, and fellows in training.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.