Histology Technician, Uncertified

Responsibilities

• Accession tissue specimens.
• Receive and prepare tissue specimens.
• May perform grossing and inking (dependent on meeting CLIA requirements).
• Prepare media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions.
• Process tissue, embedding, microtomy/cutting, staining, use cryostat, freezing.
• Label and prepare slides.
• Examine slides under the microscope to detect deviations from the norm and report abnormalities.
• Identify problems that may affect diagnosis and results with oversight.
• Preserve and store samples.
• Clean and maintain instruments, equipment, and work areas.
• Log, file, track, and store specimens and slides.
• Maintain lab supplies inventory.
• Maintain documentation in all Agency-required and clinic or lab-preferred QA/QC logs.
• Adhere to compliance and complete compliance training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Completion of NAACLS histology training program required.
• CLIA requirements to perform specified job duties, preferred:
• A minimum of 60 semester hours with:
• 24 hours in medical lab technology OR 24 hours with (6-chemistry, 6-biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination)
• Three months documented lab training in high complexity testing by specialty.
• Previous experience as a histology technician preferred.
• Prior Mohs experience or Dermatology experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be knowledgeable in standard concepts, practices, and procedures, with a strong understanding of anatomy and tissue pathology.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must have effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have high level of integrity, ethical judgment, and confidentiality when handling sensitive data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
• Must be able to learn new software quickly.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, leadership, and the public.
• Ability to use time productively and contribute to high levels of company operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Physical Demands

• Ability to communicate in an active multi-office environment.
• Ability to efficiently operate all job-related office equipment (telephone, computer, calculator, fax, copier).
• Ability to communicate via telephone.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for large portions of a workday.