What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician I position at University Clinical Health?
Description
Who We Are:
As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.
Position Summary:
The Histology Technician I will prepare tissue specimens for various diagnostic procedures, including collecting and analyzing data. The position will also ensure the suitability of instruments used in procedures. In addition, it will serve in a lead role in grossing, research, special stain, or other identified categories as department needs determine.
Key Results Areas (KRAs):
- Specimen handling and processing; Specimen integrity
- Perform histology laboratory procedures such as tissue grossing, processing, embedding, and microtomy with a high degree of proficiency and efficiency
- Perform special stains and immunohistochemistry
- Operate histology laboratory equipment and perform instrument maintenance
- Maintain daily logs on quality control for equipment for QA/QC purposes, recognize quality issues, and take corrective action as needed or directed
- Monitor materials and supplies for inventory purposes
- Able to use computerized systems and LIS according to standard protocols
- Participate in regulatory compliance and quality assurance activities
- Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of departmental procedures and daily workflow
- Other duties as assigned
Core Competencies
- Excellent technical skills in routine histology
- Knowledge of safety, compliance, and regulatory issues
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Committed to supporting UCH’s standard to medical excellence
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Associate degree in laboratory or medical laboratory technology Preferred
- 2 years of experience in Histological setting Required, 5 years Preferred
- HT or HTL (ASCP) certification Preferred
