Histology Technician - PRN

University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterDallas, TX
47d

About The Position

Works under general supervision to provide technical skills for performance of basic to complex laboratory procedures.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma
  • 1 year Experience working in Histology lab.

Nice To Haves

  • (HT) HISTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN required or 2 years working in clinical histology laboratory as FT Histotech

Responsibilities

  • Performs processing cutting, embedding, staining and cover slipping according to and without deviation from established laboratory policies and procedures.
  • Recognizes deviation from expected results. Analyzes and corrects problems according to procedure. Demonstrates problem solving skills and critical thinking abilities. Performs QC documentation, instrument troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Demonstrates ongoing competency skills by successfully completing assigned proficiency testing, annual competency updates and annual performance improvement activity. Masters new techniques quickly and efficiently.
  • Ensures smooth workflow in all areas of pathology. Meets all expectations for turnaround time, pending test reports, qc review, inventory, new employee orientation and training, customer service, multi-task ability, and computer entry.
  • Exhibits efficient use of time and resources. Reports for work on assigned days at assigned times. Coordinates daily tasks to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.
  • Performs special projects such as evaluation of new reagents, procedures, tests. Serves on committees and task forces. Keeps work area neat and clean. Maintains professional appearance at all times.
  • Achieves minimum of ten (10) continuing education hours annually. Seeks knowledge in and outside of functional area.
  • Participates in performance improvement activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 'Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing, or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing, or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Industry

Educational Services

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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