Histotechnician Senior-Histopathology Core

Full-Time, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

About the role

Responsible for accurately and timely accessioning, tracking, processing, and testing all types of surgical, cytological, and autopsy tissues and fluids. Additional duties include completing tasks, preventive maintenance, quality control, and providing customer service.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates histotechnological, general laboratory, and computer skills required in the anatomical pathology laboratory; may include microtomy skills, routine special and histochemical stains, continuing education of self and peers, and quality control, and assisting in the advancement of new technology.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and upholds applicable laws and regulations related to the position.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment as designated by lab area. Reports spills and hazardous situations immediately and acts appropriately.
• Follows established guidelines for disclosure of patient information.
• Performs preventive maintenance and quality control with appropriate documentation and communication.
• Participates in continuous improvement programs within the department, including quality assurance, continuing education programs, department meetings, and special projects as assigned.
• Promotes a cohesive work environment and identifies resolutions to improve morale.

Requirements

• Registered HT (ASCP) or Associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution, preferred.
• Registered HT (ASCP) certification preferred.
• 1 year of experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally: Bend/twist, climb stairs/ladder, fumes/gases/vapors, lifting/carrying 11–20 lbs, lifting/carrying 21–40 lbs, loud noises, pushing/pulling 0–25 lbs, pushing/pulling 26–40 lbs, reaching above shoulder, squat/kneel.
• Frequently: Chemicals/medications, machinery, walking.
• Continuously: Audible speech, biohazard waste, blood and/or bodily fluids, color vision, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, computer skills, decision making, depth perception, flexing/extending of neck, hand use (grasping, gripping, turning), hearing acuity, interpreting data, lifting/carrying 0–10 lbs, peripheral vision, problem solving, repetitive hand/arm use, seeing (far/near), sitting, standing.