Histology Tech, Non-Certified

Phoebe Putney Health System • Albany, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Histology Technicians (HT) are responsible for the preparation of body tissue samples used to identify and diagnose abnormalities that indicate disease. They are responsible for the preservation and handling of tissue material through a variety of techniques. These may include rapid tissue processing and frozen techniques to freeze, cut mount and stain tissue during a surgical procedure. They may assist pathologists with gross description of specimens (tissue or organs) surgically removed for examination. An HT routinely processes tissue in preparation for cutting and staining. HT's embed, cut, and mount tissue sections on slides. They stain tissue using common histochemical techniques and/or immunohistochemical techniques as appropriate. They maintain identification and documentation of all specimens and slides or blocks prepared. An HT maintains equipment used in the department, performing and documenting all maintenance activities. They prepare, label, and store reagents and supplies in accordance with lab and regulatory guidelines. They may assist in training of students and other staff as needed.

Requirements

• Vocational/Technical Degree in Accredited Histotechnology Program.
• 1 or more years’ experience with processing tissue in preparation for cutting and staining.
• 1 or more years’ experience embedding, cutting, and mounting tissue sections on slides.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Accredited Histotechnology Program.

Responsibilities

• Embeds, cuts, and mounts, and stains tissue sections on slides.
• Assists pathologists with gross description of specimens (tissue or organs) surgically removed for examination.
• Processes tissue in preparation for cutting and staining.
• Maintenance of all equipment, workspace, and inventory.
• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree