Histo Tech

Job Objective:

Prepares and stains tissue sections from surgical and cytological material for microscopic interpretation by the pathologist.

Job Description:

Education:

Required: Graduate of an accredited school of Histologic Technique or one (1) year on the job training under Board certified Pathologist

Licensure/Certification:

Preferred: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Histotechnician certification

Experience:

Preferred: Histology Technician experience

Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Processes surgical specimens in accordance with established procedures.
• Processes all necessary paperwork, assuring appropriate reporting.
• Embeds, sections, and stains tissue for microscopic interpretation by the pathologist.
• Performs frozen sections and staining as needed.
• Utilizes Laboratory Information Systems as appropriate.
• Disinfects and maintains work areas and instrumentation as needed.
• Performs preventative maintenance procedures.
• Complies with hospital and Laboratory safety policies and procedures.
• Performs general duties in grossing area as needed.
• Performs quality control and maintains records.
• Assists in ordering, maintaining, and restocking of supplies.
• Monitors block and slide storage and disposal.

Essential Skils:

• Proficient with Laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Ability to operate general office equipment (i.e., computer, printer, scanner, telephone, etc.)
• Mathematical and reasoning skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
• Fine motor skills
• Ability to learn complex tasks
• Written and verbal communication skills