Histotechnologist - Per Diem

Trinity Health•Wilmington, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine histologic procedures according to established protocols. Maintains specimen integrity and identity throughout the preparation process. Performs histochemical and immunohistochemical staining procedures. Periodically performs routine cytologic procedures based on section needs. Performs quality control testing in accordance with established protocols. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots complex laboratory instruments. Maintains Laboratory records and computer data. Properly files slides/paraffin blocks. Assists pathologist with specimen grossing and frozen sections. Manages infectious specimens, hazardous chemicals and potentially dangerous instruments in accordance with hospital and departmental policies in order to maintain a safe work environment. Changes work methods or schedule and modifies behavior when necessary in order to adapt to various situations and changing work demands. Demonstrates professional, friendly, courteous, interpersonal skill in interactions with hospital staff, supervisory staff, co-workers, customers, and patients/family members.

Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent in Histotechnician Technology from an accredited institution and relevant laboratory experience.
HT (ASCP) preferred.
Performance of routine and highly specialized analytical procedures requires a high level of technical skill and use of technical judgement in performance and evaluation of all procedures.
Understanding of all routine, new and special procedures required for performance of testing in the laboratory.
Experience with laboratory information system (MISYS) preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office software products desirable.

Nice To Haves

HT (ASCP)
Experience with laboratory information system (MISYS)
Proficient with Microsoft Office software products

Responsibilities

Performs routine histologic procedures according to established protocols.
Maintains specimen integrity and identity throughout the preparation process.
Performs histochemical and immunohistochemical staining procedures.
Periodically performs routine cytologic procedures based on section needs.
Performs quality control testing in accordance with established protocols.
Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots complex laboratory instruments.
Maintains Laboratory records and computer data.
Properly files slides/paraffin blocks.
Assists pathologist with specimen grossing and frozen sections.
Manages infectious specimens, hazardous chemicals and potentially dangerous instruments in accordance with hospital and departmental policies in order to maintain a safe work environment.
Changes work methods or schedule and modifies behavior when necessary in order to adapt to various situations and changing work demands.
Demonstrates professional, friendly, courteous, interpersonal skill in interactions with hospital staff, supervisory staff, co-workers, customers, and patients/family members.