Histology Technologist

Lifepoint Health • Florence, AL

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About The Position

Perform the various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist. This may include logging, batching, cutting, mounting and staining procedures. Performs a variety of complex techniques to preserve and prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• HT/ASCP certification or eligibility required. Must become certified within 12 months of hire.
• 1-3 years experience working in a lab setting required.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Collect tissue specimens from surgical and diagnostic services and/or receives tissue specimens from outside source for processing in the department.
• Perform basic and advanced Histology procedures of processing, embedding, cutting, mounting and staining of tissue specimens for evaluation and diagnosis by pathologists.
• Perform basic and advanced special staining procedures including special histochemistry and immunochemistry. Prepare solutions and reagents as necessary.
• Operate, use, care, maintain and troubleshoot specialized histology equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform clerical functions such as accessioning specimens and issuing charge codes; utilizes laboratory information system for recording and retrieving patient information.
• Research, develop and adopt new procedures for routine use.
• Comply with standards set by the Medical Center and regulatory/accrediting agencies.
• Assist in writing, reviewing and revising of the histology procedure manual.
• Perform cryosectioning techniques on tissue specimens for rapid diagnosis by the pathologist.
• Prepare slides from quick frozen tissue specimens for rapid diagnosis by a pathologist.
• Performs cytopreparation of routine cytologic specimens and fine needle aspirations.
• Provide technical assistance and oversight of duties to technical assistants.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills while performing assigned duties.
• Effectively demonstrates the mission, vision, and values of the medical center on a daily basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level