Histology Tech

Carle Health•Normal, IL

10h•$27 - $45

About The Position

The Histology Tech receives and ensures the correct identification of specimens and prepares specimens for microscopic examination by the pathologist. They are responsible for performing routine histopathological tasks including microtomy, embedding, immunohistochemistry and special staining procedures in preparing specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist. Assists in frozen sections and Radiology procedures according to protocols using appropriate instrumentation, and evaluation of information taking appropriate action as needed without supervision. Demonstrates understanding of scientific theories and techniques of procedures performed.

Requirements

Histotechnician (HT) within 2 years - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Associate's Degree Biological Science or Related field

Responsibilities

Utilizes knowledge of LIS, HIS and appropriate software systems as they apply to the laboratory.
Complies with requirements of CAP, Accrediting Organization and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and other regulatory agencies.
Regularly displays unique problem solving skills to address department and /or customer needs or problems.
Correlates various clinical laboratory testing with cytological and histological procedures, applying to clinical conditions.
Maintain specimen integrity with shared specimens in clinical lab.
Evaluates problems and initiates troubleshooting relating to methodology including instrumentation and procedures appropriately notifying Section Supervisor as needed.
Demonstrates understanding of the basic and complex principles and functions of laboratory instrumentation used.
Performs, records, and monitors all QC data and instrument maintenance following established procedures which includes proper documentation.
Looks for ways to improve processes and recommends solutions. Participates in quality improvement initiatives.Successfully participates in all accreditation and other proficiency testing and annual performance competencies. After deemed competent in department, assists leadership with signing off other staff members annual competency.Completes Continuing Education as required by Lab policy and maintain certification if applicable.Participates in training of new personnel. Mentors others in skill developments.
Participates in laboratory projects as assigned to expand knowledge base.
Consistently demonstrates competence in slide and tissue processing preparation in accordance with established procedures, and does so with minimal error. Receives and processes specimens in accordance with accepted procedures demonstrating an ability to prioritize and complete testing in a timely manner. Performs special stains, assists with radiology procedures and frozen sections, and cytological preparations in accordance with established procedures and age specific policies.
Maintains a clean and safe work area. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with all regulatory agencies.
Prepares fine needle aspiration tote, and provides cups with appropriate fixative to all designated areas.
Pick-up pathology specimens from surgical unit, endoscopy center, Same day surgery, and other hospital areas as requested. Assist Pathologist with Accession, organize, number, label patient containers and cassettes according to protocol. Able to gross specimens as appropriate.
Maintains integrity of all stains, changing solutions per protocol or additionally needed in both tissue processors and automatic stainer. Performs Pathology Sendouts to various reference labs at the direction of Pathologists.
Freeze and cut frozen tissue on cryostat. Stain and coverslip all frozen section slides and touch preparation smears.
Monitor and ensure supplies are marked appropriately as required and notifies section Lead of department needs. Perform department and shift specific duties as assigned. Maintain a clean, stocked and safe department. Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with all regulatory agencies.