5 Histology Technician - PRN/Evenings Jobs in Houston, TX
Houston Methodist is Hiring a Histology Technician - PRN/Evenings Near Houston, TX
At Houston Methodist, the Histology Technician position is responsible for performing all repetitive tests that necessitate knowledge of histological technique and related instruments. This position exhibits the ability to recognize factors that directly affect procedures and results; uses and monitors quality control programs; and performs simple instrument maintenance. The Histology Technician attends and assists with direct patient care procedures and/or performs cyto prep as needed. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the training of others as assigned and demonstrating self-motivation in performing job duties and following procedures.
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Teaches students, new employees and others as assigned by Manager or designee.
- Performs all routine and complex laboratory procedures in the assigned work area.
- Recognizes and ensures critical values (and/or reportable results) with appropriate Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) documentation.
- Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.
- Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning the results, and thoroughly documents any corrective action taken.
- Processes specimens and demonstrates knowledge of specimen requirements and laboratory rejection policies.
- Actively participates in and achieves an acceptable level of performance on proficiency and competency testing samples.
- Recognizes problems, notifies management of issue, and follows up as directed by management.
- Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
- Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
- No experience required; one year experience as a Histology Technician highly preferred
Job Summary
Other
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$55k-68k (estimate)
06/26/2024
08/24/2024
houstonmethodist.org
CYPRESS, TX
7,500 - 15,000
2010
GABRIELA NICOLA
$5B - $10B
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
