Histotechnologist Per Diem

Penn Medicine • West Chester, PA

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About The Position

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? The Histotechnologist performs a variety of functions as a member of the Surgical Pathology (Histology) work group preparing tissue samples for gross and microscopic evaluation by the Pathologist and/or Pathologist Assistant. All activities comply with established policy, procedure, standards and practices outlined in the department manuals.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Histotechnology training program or equivalent, or a Medical Technology training program that includes Histotechnology training, is required.
• An Associates Degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a full service histology laboratory with knowledge of specialized techniques is required.
• Must possess the ability to operate and maintain complex laboratory equipment providing routine histology services.
• Must have knowledge of accreditation requirements, compliance methods and inspection preparedness.

Nice To Haves

• HT (ASCP), MT/MLT(ASCP), HTL(ASCP) or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate clear, accurate & timely intra/extradepartmental communication.
• Demonstrates annual CLIA/CAP/JCAHO compliance for age specific competency.
• Enhances efficiency, production and output with appropriate task prioritization.
• Monitors and participates in PreAnalytic testing phase laboratory activities.
• Monitors and participates in Analytic testing phase laboratory activities.
• Monitors and participates in PostAnalytic testing phase laboratory activities.
• Provides bench status (report) when leaving the work area.
• Uses good judgement during task performance while consulting on non-routine issues.
• Maintains a safe professional environment observing identification/security procedure.
• Monitors bench activities that comply with target TAT and enhance workflow.
• Interactions and demeanor are positive and without conflict.
• Enhances team building efforts and supports change with acceptance and flexibility.
• Identifies and resolves routine problems independently using appropriate resources.
• Reports at station prepared to begin bench tasks at start of shift.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits program.
• Prepaid tuition assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree