What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Tech II - PRN - Days Pathology position at DHR Health?
DHR Health - US : TX : Edinburg -
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Histology Technician II will perform the various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist. This may include logging, batching, and cutting, mounting and staining procedures. Tissue specimens received from surgical, diagnostic, or autopsy cases are sorted, logged, and prioritized according to the standards required. Upon receiving written or verbal orders from physicians or their designees, the Histology Technician will coordinate daily workflow of tasks and activities in the surgical pathology area with regard to routine procedures, special procedures, and the surgery schedule.
POSITION EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS :
- Current certification as a Histology Technician ,HT or Histotechnologists, HLT credentialed by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years current experience as a Histology Technician 1 or
- Graduate from an associate's or bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences / Technology
- Histology certification preferred but not required
- Experience working in a HIGH Volume Histology laboratory preferred
- Experience working within a team environment made up of diverse individuals
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :
LINES OF RESPONSIBILITY :
Laboratory Director → Assistant Lab Director→ Pathology Manager
