What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histotechnologist I position at Emory?
Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Performs routine or complex histologic procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment while upholding the values of the organization.
- This includes providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the preanalytical, analytical and post analytical processes.
- May accession tissue specimens; prepares routine specimens for fixation in automatic processors.
- Embeds and sections specimens using a microtome. Affixes tissue to slides, stains, cover slips, and labels slides. Maintains a reference system of control blocks and slides for use in special studies.
- Prepares fixative and staining solutions according to established laboratory procedures.
- May perform frozen section microtomy. Operates precision laboratory instruments and scientific equipment. Performs preventive maintenance according to established procedures and schedules.
- Troubleshoots equipment issues, performs minor repairs, adjustments, or calibrations according to equipment service literature.
- Assists in the formulation and revision of departmental policies and procedures. Assists with monitoring and maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and chemicals.
- Performs and participates in the review and reporting of quality control activities in the laboratory. T
- akes required precautions to comply with CAP, organizational and other safety standards when working with specimens and laboratory equipment.
- May keep productivity records and document specific procedures to support laboratory activities.
- Assists in developing, implementing and revising histologic policies and procedures. Evaluates reliability of current methodologies; recommends changes to improve current practices.
- Professional Development: Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
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Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - High School diploma. Certification as HT (ASCP) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, or HT (ASCP)-eligible by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists with no experience required.
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Certification must be obtained within 18 months of employment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
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