Histotechnician

Epiphany Business Services, LLC•Waco, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Epiphany Dermatology, headquartered in Austin, TX, is a fast-growing dermatology services company dedicated to improving access to dermatology services and providing exceptional patient care in underserved markets across the U.S. The company has expanded from a single site in 2015 to over 100 dermatological clinics nationwide and aims to increase its reach further in the next four to five years. Epiphany Dermatology values its employees as the key to its success and offers a range of benefits, perks, and opportunities for growth within a purpose-driven organization focused on advancing patient care. The company seeks passionate individuals to join its mission-driven team, viewing employment as a career opportunity with a focus on employee development.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of related laboratory experience as a technician, preferably in a physician practice or ambulatory environment.
Associate’s degree and successful completion of a certified program for laboratory (for Histotechnician).
All interested candidates must be certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction. We will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Nice To Haves

Histotechnologist: Bachelor of Science degree and certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Bachelor of Science degree (Preferred) or at minimum must have 60 college credits to include 12 science credits (6 chemistry; 6 biology).

Responsibilities

Deliver safe and accurate lab services under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager and in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Complete comprehensive laboratory technician training/orientation on Epiphany laboratory protocols, procedures, and testing imperatives.
Prepare, process, and send out all specimens and forms, per OSHA safety labeling and handling protocols, for special stains not done in the lab, including IHC.
Perform administrative lab duties within the scope of practice, including follow-up to trace/track necessary results and limited billing-specific duties related to testing.
Provide feedback on status and/or reports to providers as necessary.
Assist with Mohs surgery by sectioning and staining slides for the dermatologist during surgery.
Ensure completeness and accuracy of requisitions for all specimens prior to collection.
Perform laboratory tasks related to receiving, organizing, and preparing patient tissue samples for macroscopic evaluation by the Grossing Technician, including confirming patient identity, accessioning specimens, and preparing and correctly labeling specimen blocks.
Assist with gross entry by entering information provided by the Grossing Technician into the patient’s electronic medical record.
Perform laboratory tasks related to receiving, organizing, and preparing patient tissue samples for microscopic evaluation by the Dermatopathologist.
Assist with laboratory send-outs, including slide and block requests.
Perform general lab maintenance such as slide and block organization and storage, and maintenance of CLIA required records and documentation.
Assist with completing and maintaining all compliance-related paperwork, including temperature and humidity information, chemical reagent log sheets, patient information logs, and quality assurance forms.
Provide excellent customer service to contacts competently and courteously, in person or on the telephone, and answer or refer inquiries.
Accurately and timely complete documentation using both Electronic Medical Record and any required paper documentation, ensuring patient confidentiality.
Ensure that blood/body fluids, biohazard materials, needle containers, and potentially infectious waste are appropriately disposed of according to infection control guidelines.
Monitor expiration dates and take action accordingly.
Recognize usage trends affecting unit supplies and make recommendations for adjustments.
Participate in staff meetings and workgroups by providing constructive input for practice improvements and solutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.