Histology Technician/Technologist 32/D
About The Position
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. This position is 32 hours per week with 8-hour shifts from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. The Histology Technician/Technologist will prepare, process, embed, cut, coverslip, stain, and mount tissue specimens for evaluation and examination by the pathologist. They will also perform special staining procedures, including IHC on tissue and quality control slides as requested. The role involves accessioning specimens for Pathology and Cytology in the computer, communicating with appropriate providers regarding specimen problems, and preparing GYN and Non-GYN cytology specimens and ordering molecular studies. Additionally, the technician will perform routine maintenance of equipment and instruments, maintain inventory, communicate ordering needs to the Clinical Specialist, and maintain a clean and safe work area. Attendance at laboratory meetings, in-service education meetings, and educational seminars is expected. The role includes picking up specimens regularly from all areas of the hospital, performing frozen sections, training new employees and intern staff, and disposing of specimens and hazardous chemicals correctly. It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.
Requirements
- HS Diploma
- HT(ASCP) certified or Bachelor's degree (meeting CAP HT minimums for credit distribution) with pathology lab experience and successful completion of histology test at time of interview
- Successful completion of histology certification within 18 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- A.S. Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare, process, embed, cut, coverslip, stain and mount tissue specimens for evaluation and examination by the pathologist.
- Perform special staining procedures, including IHC on tissue and quality control slides as requested.
- Accession specimens for Pathology and Cytology in the computer.
- Communicate with appropriate provider regarding specimen problems
- Prepare GYN and Non-GYN cytology specimens and order molecular studies
- Perform routine maintenance of equipment and instruments and keep appropriate records.
- Maintain inventory, communicate ordering needs to Clinical Specialist
- Maintain work area in a clean and safe manner.
- Attend laboratory meetings, in-service education meetings and educational seminars as requested.
- Pick up specimens regularly from all areas of hospital.
- Perform frozen sections.
- Train both new employees and intern staff in assigned area of expertise.
- Dispose of specimens in correct manner.
- Dispose of hazardous chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner.
Benefits
- Vaccinated against influenza (flu)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
