Histotechnician

Epiphany Business Services, LLC•Waco, TX

About The Position

Epiphany Dermatology is seeking a service-oriented Histotechnician to support its dermatopathology laboratory and multi-site dermatology practice. The role delivers safe and accurate laboratory services, including embedding, sectioning, and staining, under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The technician is expected to follow reliable clinical practices and comply with laboratory-related regulations. Responsibilities include preparing and processing specimens, supporting Mohs surgery, assisting with tissue sample handling and documentation, coordinating laboratory send-outs, maintaining laboratory records and supplies, and providing customer service to providers and other contacts. The position also involves completing required training on Epiphany laboratory protocols and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Requirements

At least two years of related laboratory technician experience; physician practice or ambulatory experience is preferred.
Histotechnician qualification: associate's degree and successful completion of a certified laboratory program.
Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is required for all interested candidates.
At minimum, 60 college credits including 12 science credits: 6 in chemistry and 6 in biology.
Authorization to work in the United States without restriction; the employer will not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a physician practice or ambulatory environment.
Histotechnologist qualification: Bachelor of Science degree and ASCP certification.
Bachelor of Science degree.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe and accurate laboratory services under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager and in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Complete laboratory technician training and orientation on Epiphany laboratory protocols, procedures, and testing requirements.
Prepare, process, and send specimens and forms in accordance with OSHA safety labeling and handling protocols, including special stains and IHC sent to outside laboratories.
Perform administrative laboratory duties within scope of practice, including tracking results and limited testing-related billing duties.
Provide feedback on status or reports to providers as necessary.
Assist with Mohs surgery by sectioning and staining slides for the dermatologist during surgery.
Ensure requisitions for specimens are complete and accurate before collection.
Receive, organize, and prepare patient tissue samples for gross evaluation, including confirming patient identity, accessioning specimens, and preparing and labeling specimen blocks.
Enter information supplied by the Grossing Technician into the patient's electronic medical record.
Receive, organize, and prepare patient tissue samples for microscopic evaluation by the Dermatopathologist.
Assist with laboratory send-outs, including slide and block requests.
Maintain the laboratory, organize and store slides and blocks, and maintain CLIA-required records and documentation.
Assist with compliance paperwork, including temperature and humidity records, chemical reagent logs, patient information logs, and quality assurance forms.
Provide competent and courteous customer service in person and by telephone, answering or referring inquiries.
Complete documentation accurately and on time using the electronic medical record and required paper records while protecting patient confidentiality.
Dispose of blood and body fluids, biohazard materials, sharps containers, and potentially infectious waste according to infection control guidelines.
Monitor expiration dates and take appropriate action; recognize supply usage trends and recommend adjustments.
Participate in staff meetings and workgroups by offering constructive input for practice improvements and solutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.