Histotechnician - Nashville, TN

PURPOSE

This position delivers exceptional patient service by performing duties entailing preparation of tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to be used in the assistance of confirming a diagnosis provided by the pathologist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May assist with receipt of specimens and accessioning paraffin cases
• Absists with printing cassettes, slides and slide labels
• Absists with filing slides and pulling slides pertaining to prior cases
• Verifies slide and block match for each case
• Compiles cases and ensures slides are placed with corresponding patient requisition information
• Ensures stat cases are seen by pathologist with urgency, as soon as available
• Examines and prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis
• Files blocks and slides appropriately
• Logs cases in the biopsy book
• Understands slide stainer, staining cycles and able to load/unload slide stainer
• Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist
• Prepares slides of specimens, using specified stain, to enhance visibility under microscope
• Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements
• Submits any outside materials that are needed for review
• Performs histochemistry (special stains) and immunohistochemistry (antibody detection) studies
• Manages unexpected lab situations, such as problems with instruments or detecting health problems that may cause unusual test results
• Operates and maintains instruments used for tissue processing, paraffin embedding and sectioning of specimens
• Performs recuts and additional stains including special and IHC stains, as requested by the Pathologist
• Maintains QC/QA records
• Maintains documentation as required by CLIA guidelines
• Maintains inventory levels of supplies and equipment on a regular basis; orders supplies for laboratory
• Maintains log of supplies as they are ordered

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of lab design and operation
• Minimum of two years of experience in a lab setting preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Able to demonstrate independent judgment and initiative appropriately
• Must be able to tolerate standing and walking for 8 hours per day
• Proficiency in the operation of a computer keyboard (40 WPM minimum) and ability to work effectively with Microsoft Office Products
• Able to document patient records using proper grammar, spelling, and syntax
• Must have full range of body motion with the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, stand, stoop, stretch, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds
• Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and medical equipment
• Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports; specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 - 2 years' experience in a lab preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Generous 401(k) Plan
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Exclusive Employee Discounts
• Referral Bonus Program