Histotechnologist
About The Position
The Histotechnologist I completes routine Histology to include fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining (H&E and Special Stains) of human tissue for evaluation. This includes a complex histologic technique such as immunohistochemistry. Assisting pathologist and/or pathologists' assistants with frozen sections and FNA procedures; accessioning of pathology specimens; daily documentation of QC; working with computers and LIS program; attention to patient safety goals to include accurate specimen and patient identification and other initiatives as determined by the department and overall completes other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- A minimum of (2) two years histology lab experience Required
- Experience in microtomy and embedding Required
- Demonstrated excellence in core value customer skills required
- Strong PC skills required
- Strong Analytical skills required
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree Preferred
- Histology experience in a hospital-based setting Preferred
- EPIC Experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Assign correct accession number to specimens logged into Histology
- Select the correct processing schedule for each processing run.
- Incorporated appropriate delay programs for weekend and holiday operations.
- Notify the senior tech of any discrepancies/abnormalities concerning the tissue processors that could be resolved with established protocols.
- Ensure timely TAT for specimens, and recognize tissue structure accurately to orient tissue appropriately in correct embedding mold.
- Cut slides with the correct orientation and thickness for the tissue type.
- Select and sequence the chemical solutions required to perform the H&E stain.
- Perform appropriate solution preparation and maintenance of these solutions to insure consistent staining results.
- Set up and monitor any automated slide stainer to insure maximum slide throughput
- Process non-gyn specimens
- Recognized acceptable vs. unacceptable staining results for special stains or IHC stains, selecting appropriate controls, and including a control section with each patient case
- Tech assists pathologist and associated staff with FNA process
Benefits
- We help people live better lives through better health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
