Histology Tech - Non Certified
Salinas Valley Health•Salinas, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Work under the supervision of the Histology Supervisor. Prepares slides from surgical, autopsy or Cytology specimens for microscopic examination by the Pathologist. Performs other duties as assigned by the Pathologist or Supervisor.
Requirements
- High school or GED
- Two years of Histology training school or equivalent experience.
- Two (2) years’ experience in Histology
Nice To Haves
- A HATH/HLT license is preferred.
- one year of experience performing special stains preferred.
Responsibilities
- Embeds and cuts tissue.
- Stains and cover slips tissue sections.
- Processes and labels specimens and slides.
- Files slides, blocks and tissue specimens.
- Prepares cytology specimens for examination by the Pathologist.
- Performs quality control procedures and documents the results.
- Disposes of tissue specimens and hazardous waste.
- Prepares specimens for referral to a reference laboratory.
- Maintains equipment and supplies.
- Troubleshoots special problems or situations.
- Writes procedures or policies as requested by the Supervisor.
- Adheres to the established Hospital safety standards by following safety procedures and reports unsafe condition.
- Applies the Hospital’s Policies and Procedures regarding guest relations.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
