Histology Technologist

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Histology Technologist performs histology testing of moderate to complex difficulty. The role may also involve grossing routine, simple surgical tissue samples and/or working in the Electron Microscope laboratory. The technologist uses specialized equipment and processes according to established procedures and demonstrates patient- and family-centered care behaviors. The position is in the Surgical Path Lab, is listed as 1.0 FTE, and is performed in person on day shifts of eight hours. The schedule includes every fifth weekend, with Monday off when working Saturday.

Requirements

Completion of a Laboratory Histology Technologist training program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), or an approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified or eligible as a Histology Technologist (ASCP).
If hired as eligible, take the first available certification examination after the hire date and pass one of the qualifying examinations within three consecutive administrations and within a 12-month period.
Customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to read and follow written instructions.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse workforce and patient population.

Responsibilities

Embed surgical and ME tissue; perform microtomy at various thicknesses; and perform routine H&E, special, and immunohistochemical staining according to established protocols.
Gross small biopsies and other specimens that can be entirely submitted.
Assist with frozen section preparation and photography.
Process specimen and slide requests and referrals in Surgical Pathology.
Assist with hospital autopsies.
Perform cryotomy of specimens to optimally demonstrate tissue structures.
Perform immunofluorescence staining on frozen sections.
Provide microtomy services to internal and external laboratories as requested.
Assist in training and instructing new employees, students, and residents.
Perform and evaluate quality control, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting processes.
Process and manage specimens sent to reference laboratories and ensure adequate billing charges.
Assist with laboratory quality assurance by working up and validating new and modified antibodies and performing performance assays of instrumentation and antibodies when conditions warrant.