Histology Tech II or III

Cincinnati Children's•Orleans, MA

9d•$25 - $33

About The Position

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Lab Specific Duties- Tissue processing, embedding, microtomy (paraffin and frozen sections). May qualify for tissue grossing under CLIA. Basic understanding of special histochemical stains and troubleshooting. Basic identification of tissue types, artifacts, etc. Basic experience with Cytology preparations and staining. May have experience with Immunohistochemistry. Work collaboratively/cooperatively with others to achieve goals. Proactively adjust one's style and/or efforts to complement those of others. Develop positive working relationships with peers/colleagues. Share knowledge and/or provide support for team members. Contribute to and promote a positive and professional work environment/atmosphere. Policy- Understand and apply appropriate polices and procedures for work flow, testing, and/or methodology. Recognize and/or troubleshoot significant findings. May prepare related reports. May provide technical support as necessary. Process- Work collaboratively/cooperatively with others to achieve goals. Proactively adjust one's style and/or efforts to complement those of others. Develop positive working relationships with peers/colleagues. Share knowledge and/or provide support for team members. Contribute to and promote a positive and professional work environment/atmosphere. May serve as a liaison within the division or organization. Communication- Effectively demonstrate communication skills related to conveying relevant information. Develop and maintain efficient internal communication processes to support the activities of the department/program. Openly communicate across many departments regarding clinical, patient care, physical and/or material resources. Keep key leadership, administrative staff and other stakeholders fully informed of projected and actual developments in a timely manner. Prioritize multiple requests for information. Assemble and distribute material for project communications if necessary. Compliance- Assist in the maintenance, oversight, and/or management of compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, such as JCAHO, HIPAA, and/or other accreditation standards. May participate in activities related to organizational, regulatory, and governmental compliance. Equipment Maintenance- Assist with maintenance of various pieces of equipment. Help maintain/order inventory. Keep work environment well-organized. May troubleshoot and/or correct erroneous results or problems with equipment. May provide appropriate safety/quality monitoring checks and document as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field
TECH II At least 0-2 years of work experience in a related job discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
TECH III At least 4+ years of work experience in a related job discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Histology Tech (ASCP) Certification

Responsibilities

Tissue processing, embedding, microtomy (paraffin and frozen sections)
May qualify for tissue grossing under CLIA
Basic understanding of special histochemical stains and troubleshooting
Basic identification of tissue types, artifacts, etc
Basic experience with Cytology preparations and staining
May have experience with Immunohistochemistry
Understand and apply appropriate polices and procedures for work flow, testing, and/or methodology
Recognize and/or troubleshoot significant findings
May prepare related reports
May provide technical support as necessary
Assist in the maintenance, oversight, and/or management of compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, such as JCAHO, HIPAA, and/or other accreditation standards
May participate in activities related to organizational, regulatory, and governmental compliance
Assist with maintenance of various pieces of equipment
Help maintain/order inventory
Keep work environment well-organized
May troubleshoot and/or correct erroneous results or problems with equipment
May provide appropriate safety/quality monitoring checks and document as assigned