Tech - Histology Lab
About The Position
The individual will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by preparing various specimens for processing and analysis while maintaining positive patient identification throughout the preparation process. This role involves a range of responsibilities critical to the functioning of the histology lab, ensuring accurate and timely patient care. The position requires a high degree of precision, attention to detail, and adherence to strict protocols. The candidate will work within a team environment and must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.
Requirements
- Must demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness
- Ability to utilize proper techniques to deal effectively with people in stressful situations
- Knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information Systems
Nice To Haves
- May perform gross examination of surgical biopsies and embedding tissue blocks
- May assist in any other areas as directed
Responsibilities
- Preparing various specimens for processing and analysis
- Maintaining positive patient identification throughout the preparation process
- Retrieval and verification of patient specimens
- Tracking of specimens without a requisition
- Accessioning wet tissue specimens, outside/consultation material, and cytology specimens
- Compiling work logs and printing slides
- Slide cover slipping
- Pathology case distribution
- Block and slide filing and retrieval
- Processor and other equipment maintenance
- Chemical hazardous waste removal
- Distillation of laboratory chemicals
- Record retention
- Cleaning and upkeep of work areas
- Disposal of stored patient tissues
- Ordering stain requests
- Answering phones
- Knowledge of pathology Laboratory Information Systems
- May perform gross examination of surgical biopsies and embedding tissue blocks
- May assist in any other areas as directed
- Performs duties and communicates in an accurate, professional and ethical manner
- Demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness
- Ability to utilize proper techniques to deal effectively with people in stressful situations
- May be responsible for handling chemicals and/or reagents including chemical hazardous waste materials
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefit plans
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
