Histology Tech

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Team member will display strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills to ensure an effective lab environment. Team member will maintain a competent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs and internal laboratory systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Gross and prepare tissue for routine microscopic analysis.
• Embedding & microtomy
• Slide staining & coverslipping
• Demonstrate knowledge of quality safety and compliance programs.
• Trouble shoot laboratory challenges: processor issues, stain optimization, microtome adjustments, coverslipper maintenance.
• Supply inventory

EDUCATION:

Clinical education in a Histology Technician School (HT) program accredited by NAACLS or 1 year experience preferred.

Associates in a Laboratory Science or Bachelor of Science with minimal 24 combined chemistry and biology credits, per CLIA Guidelines §493.1489 for high complexity testing personnel required. College transcript verification is required.

EXPERIENCE:

1 year experience in a histology laboratory performing embedding and microtomy.

REQUIREMENTS:

HT(ASCP), HTL(ASCP) or eligible preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

· Possess a wide range of knowledge in grossing and histology laboratory techniques.

· Detail-oriented with the ability to file slides or cassettes appropriately.

· Good problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Excellent knowledge of microtomy and embedding techniques.

· Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

· Ability to work as a team member and possess a positive attitude, even in high stress situations.

· Focused and well-organized with attention to detail.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Abide by all HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA guidelines and laws.

· Keep annual training such as HIPAA and Bloodborne certificates up to date.

· Keep licensing up to date (if applicable)

· Maintain routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and document appropriately.

· Follow proper procedure for disposal of laboratory waste.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.