What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician position at Marshfield Clinic Health System?
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Job Title:
Histology Technician
Cost Center:
301191082 Eau Claire-Dermatology
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
See Job Description for detail (United States of America)
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
The Histology Technician works under general supervision to assist the pathologist, Mohs surgeon or designee during the grossing of specimens and tissue samples. This individual prepares microscopic tissue samples, slides and performs tissue stains to assist in diagnosis. Work may be performed in either a laboratory or clinical setting based on the specific practice support need.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: Successful completion of an accredited histotechnician program with a background in biology or chemistry Or equivalent on-the-job training in lieu of formal histotechnician program.
Preferred/Optional: Associate degree in a laboratory science or biology.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: One year in a general histology lab or a Mohs laboratory, if primary focus is support of Mohs surgical practice.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Histology Technician (HT) or Histologist Laboratory Technologist (HTL) American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification within one year of hire.
Preferred/Optional: None
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
