Histotechnician - PRN

VIZIA Diagnostics•Alpharetta, GA

79d•Onsite

About The Position

VIZIA Diagnostics, formerly Boston Scientific Pathology, is seeking a Histotechnician for their Alpharetta, GA Laboratory. VIZIA Diagnostics is a stand-alone, surgical pathology laboratory serving clients nationwide. VIZIA delivers best-in-class service excellence in diagnostic patient care. Today, VIZIA is a subspecialty model dedicated primarily to the practice of gastrointestinal pathology with GI subspecialty-trained and experienced pathologists and histotechnicians focused exclusively on GI specimens to ensure the highest level of quality. VIZIA is a growing company with potential advancement into other surgical pathology specialties, including a more robust genitourinary practice.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university and 3+ plus years of experience, completion of an accredited Histology Program or an equivalent combination of education and 5 years’ experience required
HT(ASCP) certification is required
Must have good computer skills; LIS required, Outlook, Word, Excel are basic requirements

Nice To Haves

HTL (ASCP) certification, preferred
Voice Dictation a plus

Responsibilities

Capable of utilizing a Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Properly label Specimens components (jars, cassettes, slides, etc.) in accordance to laboratory procedures.
Embed formalin fixed tissues in accordance to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) tissue orientation protocols.
Perform microtomy of formalin fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) in accordance to SOP protocols.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of instruments and document findings.
Maintain a clean working environment.
Maintain working inventory required for histological processes.
Prepare reagents, including stains solutions, graded alcohols and bulk reagents according to proper specifications.
Knowledgeable of laboratory instrumentation use (microtome, stainers, processors, etc.).
Perform more complex procedures for processing and staining tissues, including special stains (SS), and other special requests as assigned.
Verify slide stain quality prior to pathologist distribution.
Ensure that all stained slides are distributed to pathologists in an efficient and timely manner.
Perform and document equipment quality control and preventive maintenance.
Capable of grossing small biopsies, if applicable.
Perform basic troubleshooting skills.
Support Histology Management by communication supply needs. Document receipt of supplies and the date reagents are put in use.
Practice good documentation practice.
Troubleshoots with supervision.
Maintain filing systems to include FFPE tissue blocks, prepared slides and related documents.
Enforce proper chemical hygiene practices to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
Perform chemical hazardous waste disposal in accordance to regulatory guidelines.
Assist in duties as deemed necessary by the Histology Supervisor, Pathology Manager, or Medical Director.
Comply with quality control policies and SOPs to ensure all aspects of laboratory operation are performed in accordance with accepted standards and applicable laws for clinical laboratories.
Assist in duties as deemed necessary by the Histology Supervisor, Pathology Lab Manager, or Medical Director.