Histotech

The Histotech performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures. Works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. This position requires the ability to fully understand all equipment, its maintenance, and their processes. Participates in continuing education/in-service training sessions sponsored by the department. Work Schedules Available: - Monday - Friday, noon - 8:30 PM - Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM Job Responsibilities: - Performs routine histology including specimen processing, embedding, slide preparation, microtomy, staining, and immunohistochemistry. - Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct patient labeling. Correctly prepares special stains and solutions. Routinely checks and verifies that surgical case numbers match blocks and slides; prints labels as appropriate. - Records in laboratory logbooks all slides and stains prepared daily. Logs appropriate information into the surgical pathology computer system. - Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoots minor equipment failures. Documents remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests. - Follows appropriate laboratory safety protocols. - Adheres to laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all quality control activities. - Ensures compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations. - Adheres to attendance and punctuality guidelines. Requirements: - High School diploma or equivalent required. - HT/HTL (ASCP) certification preferred, or eligible. - 1 years' experience performing embedding and microtomy. - Demonstrated understanding of the equipment used daily; including, but not limited to, microtome, stainer/cover slipper, slide labeler. - Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, high-volume deadline driven environment. - Ability to thrive in a team and service oriented environment and must maintain a professional demeanor in interactions with physicians and lab personnel. - Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail. - Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required. - Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. - Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion. - Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. - May be exposed to hazardous waste material including stain waste (i.e., hematoxylin, eosin, etc.) aromatic hydrocarbons (xylene), and other combustible organics (i.e., ethyl alcohol and isopropanol). - May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.