Histotech MOHS - part-time

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Histology Supervisor using established policies and procedures, performs a variety of tasks associated with the preparation of surgical, biopsy, and autopsy specimens for study. Maintains QC and other records in accordance with organizational and regulatory guidelines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Embeds surgical, biopsy and autopsy specimens insuring proper orientation.
• Tissue types are identified using computer generated logs.
• Microtomy. Produces high quality sections – quantity meets Department standards.
• H&E staining and routine special stains.
• Completes high quality stains, with appropriate controls, within the approved time frame.
• Uses the computer system to move the workload through the lab.
• Ensures block-numbering accuracy. Follows up discrepancies appropriately.
• Compiles and prints logs at appropriate times.
• Verifies stains and procedures when completed. Notifies appropriate personnel of unresolved problems.
• Docs all corrective actions in the QC log.
• Performs non-routine procedures (Immunohistochemistry, muscle stains).
• Produces high quality stains with appropriate controls in approved time frames.
• Makes necessary stains and reagents. Insures proper levels are available.
• Performs and documents all basic maintenance at scheduled intervals.
• Maintains an orderly, hygienic work area by cleaning workspaces on a daily basis.
• Handles chemical, infectious material/waste and other material/waste according to Department and Clinic policies and procedures.
• Participates in waste reduction efforts through involvement in the Department’s recycling activities.
• Organizes and participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
• Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
• Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.

Organizational Requirements

• Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Clinic confidentiality policy.
• Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
• Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
• Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competence assessment.
• Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent plus additional training required for attainment of registration.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: HT ASCP registration preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• Required for Biopsy Processing: Candidates who will perform grossing or process simple biopsies must also meet one of the following education and training criteria:
• An earned associate degree in a chemical or biological science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR Education/training equivalent to the above that includes: 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution, including 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses (6 hours chemistry, 6 hours biology, and 12 hours of chemistry/biology/medical laboratory technology in any combination), AND Laboratory training through either a clinical laboratory training program approved by ABHES, NAACLS, or other HHS-approved organization, OR at least three months of recorded laboratory training in each specialty performing high complexity testing.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical tests and standards necessary to perform complex tests and accurately produce results that meet criteria required by CAP, JCAHO and other regulatory agencies.
• Analytic ability to perform complex tests, to interpret findings, perform calculations, calibrate instruments, etc. Including processing schedules, routine and special stain preparation and Q.A., equipment maintenance.
• Ability to identify and evaluate clinical testing problems and to effect corrective action procedures and modifications.

Experience

• Minimum two years full time experience in a hospital histology lab.

Pay Range

$40.00 - $53.83