Histology Technologist

Sanford Health•Rapid City, SD

3d•$22 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Receives and prepares tissue specimens for routine and special examinations. Performs complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis. Responsible to review slide quality. Maintains and repairs lab instruments. Disinfects work area and stocks supplies. Ensures all lab safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. Will work with self-discipline and good judgment while following established standards of practice. Must utilize critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem solving. May be required to interact with all ages of client population. Will be responsible for performing routine duties in all areas of the Histology Laboratory. Recognize responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interact with respect for their jobs and patient care. Assist in writing and reviewing current and new procedures in the department as well as changes in general hospital policy and procedures. Take part and actively participate with quality assurance and performance improvement activities associated with the laboratory.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Laboratory or Biological Sciences required.
Possess an HHS (Health and Human Services) approved certification, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) in their field of work, or must be registry eligible upon hire and receive certification (Histology Technician (HT) or Histology Technologist (HTL)) within twelve months.

Nice To Haves

Prior histology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Receives and prepares tissue specimens for routine and special examinations.
Performs complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis.
Reviews slide quality.
Maintains and repairs lab instruments.
Disinfects work area and stocks supplies.
Ensures all lab safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Works with self-discipline and good judgment while following established standards of practice.
Utilizes critical and independent judgement in decision-making and problem solving.
May be required to interact with all ages of client population.
Responsible for performing routine duties in all areas of the Histology Laboratory.
Recognizes responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interacts with respect for their jobs and patient care.
Assists in writing and reviewing current and new procedures in the department as well as changes in general hospital policy and procedures.
Takes part and actively participates with quality assurance and performance improvement activities associated with the laboratory.