What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technologist - Labs/Pathology Services position at University of Illinois Hospital?
Description:
The Histology Technologist performs a wide variety of standard histological procedures including processing, embedding, sectioning, staining (includes H&E, special staining, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence), cover slipping & labelling of tissues resulting from surgery and/or autopsy. The histotechnologist is responsible for maintaining laboratory procedures, quality control and safety manuals in accordance with TJC & CAP guidelines.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Process embed and make sections of surgical and autopsy tissue submitted for microscopic examination.
- Cut & stain frozen section for rapid diagnosis
- Section paraffin blocks as per procedure
- Perform Routine H&E staining as well as implement new and established stains
- Examine all slides produced using a microscope and submit only those slides which are of high quality
- Maintain & make minor adjustments & repairs to laboratory equipment such as microtome, embedding machine and tissue processors
- Maintain records of tissue preparations and quality control, including archiving slides and blocks
- Participate in the training, education and observation of medical & histology students, new hires, residents. Provide support and help to the laboratory personnel and residents in understanding the principles & techniques of histology procedures
- Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelines of OSHA's blood borne Pathogens Control Act
- Review blocks and slides, using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify validity and clinical relevance; consult with supervisor prior to release of blocks/slides if unusual or unanticipated; follow laboratory SOPs for block/slides preparation
- Perform established quality assurance procedures such as quality control testing, instrument function checks, periodic maintenance and maintain appropriate records for these procedures
- Participate in CAP proficiency testing, participates in data collection and monitoring of quality assurance monitors as determined by department and section policy
- Interact with Physicians, patients, staff, visitors, and all customers via telephone conversations and in person in a pleasant and helpful manner
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.