HISTOLOGY TECHNICIAN NIGHTS

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES-

Histology Technician

HIST TECH
Full-Time NIGHTS

Histology Technician candidates will have the following job responsibilities:

• Prepares and processes specimens for gross and microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist
• Assists in the preparation of frozen sections of surgical specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist
• Performs histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing/fixation, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, routine and special stains, case organization in accordance with department procedures
• Assures positive sample, block and slide identification
• Prepares and maintains solutions for routine stains and histology procedures
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and instrumentation per manufacturer and department procedures and per department schedule
• Utilizes problem solving skills to ensure the accuracy of procedures performed and proper equipment performance
• Troubleshoots and takes appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner for resolution
• Adheres to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed
• Identifies unacceptable results/outcomes, takes appropriate action and escalates to department leadership when unable to resolve and ensures that patient materials are not provided to a pathologist until the issue has been resolved
• Actively participates in Continuous Quality Improvement and provides input into the design of workflows, systems and processes and the need for and selection of new methods and equipment
• Supports the department in achieving goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment and integration of intra and inter-departmental activities
• Acts as a resource to peers and customers and models teamwork
• Assists in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested
• Participates in accreditation inspections
• Performs duties of a Complex Specimen Processor as required

JOB QUALIFICATIONS-

Histology Technician

HIST TECH
Full-Time NIGHTS

Histology Technician candidates must meet the following minimum job qualifications:

• A 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology
• More than one year of experience in Histology; 1-3 years of experience in a high volume histology setting is required
• MUST BE A CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN FOR THIS ROLE

Compensation: Salary range from $22.47- $27.53 (mid)