Histotech

Job Title: Histotech

Position Type: Full Time

Shift begins at 3am

Job Description: To maintain efficient Histology lab(s) within Suncoast. Maintain compliance with all federal and state regulatory entities and guidelines governing the operation of histopathology labs within a physician practice environment.

New graduating histology students are encourage to apply for consideration

Role and Responsibilities

Clinical

• Functions as a Histotechnician
• Maintain par levels for all supplies required for the processing of tissue
• Ensures that all required maintenance of capital equipment used in the laboratory is performed according to industry and regulatory standards
• Submits reports to the Lab Director in a timely manner
• Other duties and special projects as assigned by the Lab Director
• Exercises independent judgment in dealing with procedural and technical problems
• Examines slides and/or blocks to ensure tissue preparation is meeting laboratory requirements
• Trains or directs Laboratory Assistants and Histology Technicians engaged in laboratory testing and processing techniques
• Prepares sections of human tissue for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis, using techniques to gross (dissect tissue), embed (orient specimen in paraffin block), section (cut thin sections of tissue), stain (enhance contrast of tissue and highlight specific features of interest with routine hematoxylin and eosin stains), and mount tissue (adhere tissue onto glass slides), from surgical procedures
• Performs recuts and additional stains including special and immunohistochemistry stains, as requested by a Pathologist
• Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist
• May label requisitions, specimen containers, cassettes and/or slides and affixes coverslip to slides.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and tracks all routine maintenance and quality controls performed
• Files, retrieves, and distributes blocks, slides, and pathology reports
• Operates, cleans, and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, and workstation
• Disposes of hazardous chemical waste per regulatory guidelines
• Maintains strictest confidentiality

Professional

• Demonstrates initiative and responsibility
• Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus
• Adheres to ethical principles
• Time Management
• Adapts to change
• Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education
• Basic computer skills/ Type minimum 45wpm

Communication

• Recognizes and respects cultural diversity
• Adapts communication to individual’s ability to understand
• Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette
• Uses medical terminology appropriately
• Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect
• Projects a professional manner and image
• Consistent attendance and punctuality/ Adherence to time clock procedures

Legal

• Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
• Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
• Practices within the scope of education, training and personal capabilities
• Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook.
• Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA

Core Competencies

• Efficiency
• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Punctual
• Takes initiative, proactive
• Team Player
• Honesty/Integrity
• Flexible
• Calm under pressure
• “A Doer”, persistence
• Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity
• Analytical skills
• Clear and concise communication/Listening skills
• Quick Learner, Intelligence
• Follow through on commitments
• Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude
• Openness to advice and constructive criticism
• Strong work ethic

Physical Demands

• Prolonged Sitting/Standing/Walking
• Limited travel
• Multitasking
• Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation
• Extensive reading, writing, typing required
• Lifting to 40 lbs
• Frequent use of computers and medical equipment
• Exposure to lab chemicals

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

High school diploma, AS degree or higher preferred. A state of Florida clinical license in histology is not required, but preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills. Mohs Tech/Histotech experience preferred.

• State of Florida clinical license in histology preferred but not required
• 1 year of Histotech experience preferred