What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histologist (FT) position at Highland District Hospital?
Department: Laboratory
Reports to: Laboratory Manager
FLSA Code: Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for performing technical duties in preparation of surgical, autopsy, and cytology specimens for microscopic examination. It may also involve technical instruction of students in an ASCP-approved Histologic Technique program.
Position Accountabilities:
Reports to: Laboratory Manager
FLSA Code: Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for performing technical duties in preparation of surgical, autopsy, and cytology specimens for microscopic examination. It may also involve technical instruction of students in an ASCP-approved Histologic Technique program.
Position Accountabilities:
- Receive and accession tissue and cytology specimens and prepare specimens for Histotech processing.
- Cut sections and stain according to established guidelines for routine and special stains and cover slip and label finished slides for the pathologist’s review.
- Process cytology specimens.
- Assist the Pathologist with frozen section as needed.
- Maintain stock of reagents for staining and processing.
- Maintain equipment, instruments and cleanliness of work area.
- Retrieve blocks and slides for review as needed.
- Ordering and accessioning, history card file, patient inquiry, and results reporting.
- Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
- Comply with universal precautions.
- Cover Phlebotomy as designed for the position.
- Ability to interact well with physicians and patient care staff.
- Highland District Hospital is committed to serving our community by quality healthcare in an atmosphere of safety, compassion and excellence. It is the responsibility of all employees to interact with patients, visitors, and/or co-workers with compassion, dignity, and respect. Employees are to maintain positive behaviors, approaches and attitudes and commitment to interpersonal service. Each employee is to serve as a role model for the organization’s Customer Service initiative; A-I-D-E-T; Acknowledge – Introduce – Duration – Explanation – Thank-you; proactively promoting teamwork and a collaborative culture.
- Responsible for abiding by and adhering to all HDH Corporate Compliance Program initiative and standards.
- Responsible for compliance with HDH safety standards, policies and procedures.
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of personnel so classified. .
Position Qualifications:
Education Required: A Bachelors degree and one year of training in an approved program for Histology.
Education Required: A Bachelors degree and one year of training in an approved program for Histology.
Certification Preferred: Must be certified Histologist HLT (ASCP) through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.
Why join the HDH team?
Highland District Hospital is a critical access designated, 25-bed acute care facility. We currently employ more than 400 people and benefit from the services of community volunteers. Our medical staff includes over 100 physicians and 15 mid-level providers, representing over 25 specialties and subspecialties. While we are a community-centered hospital, we are also known for our technology and sophisticated healthcare services. Our service area includes over 65,000 residents from Highland County and surrounding counties.
Highland District Hospital is a critical access designated, 25-bed acute care facility. We currently employ more than 400 people and benefit from the services of community volunteers. Our medical staff includes over 100 physicians and 15 mid-level providers, representing over 25 specialties and subspecialties. While we are a community-centered hospital, we are also known for our technology and sophisticated healthcare services. Our service area includes over 65,000 residents from Highland County and surrounding counties.
At Highland District Hospital we are caring people serving our community by providing exceptional, accessible, quality healthcare in an atmosphere of safety, compassion, and excellence.
Our values provide the framework for fulfilling our mission and vision.
We value:
- Quality
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Integrity
- Patient-First Mind Set
- Compassion
At HDH we are always focused on doing what is best for those we serve and committed to providing a safe, effective, and efficient environment which promotes healing and growth.
Benefits Available:
Benefits Available:
- Competitive Salary
- Cafeteria Discounts/Employee Ordering Options
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- OPERS and Ohio Deferred Compensation
- Full-time, Part-time, and PRN schedules available
- Professional Development and Educational Assistance Opportunities
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
