Histotechnologist 2 Clinical

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About the role

Prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examinations and handles specialized histo- and immunocyto-chemistry testing within the Department of Anatomic Pathology under occasional guidance; maintains adequate quality control data. Processes specimens for molecular testing. Troubleshoots processes and follows up as needed. Responsible for high-volume workload and stat requests.

Responsibilities

• Completes daily workload as assigned to include embedding, cutting, staining (including histo and immunocytochemical procedures) and any specific procedures requested by pathologist to support patient diagnosis.
• Performs and documents instrument maintenance; maintains records relating to quality control and other functions.
• Trains and provides direction/support to the Histotechnologists and Histotechnicians.
• Grossly identify tissue for adequacy in the operating room, communicate to Attending/Fellow, divide core and place in appropriate fixatives.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities

• Quality Assurance (Novice): Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement. Has participated in establishing, communicating, and monitoring standards for quality and excellence. Demonstrates the ability to improve current business processes, products, or services.
• Diagnostic Testing (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in diagnostic testing in practical applications. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to successfully deliver results.
• Mentoring & Coaching (Novice): Constructively trains and mentors others by providing positive direction and feedback. Provides constructive suggestions to improve situations and removes roadblocks to success.
• Equipment Maintenance (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully maintain equipment, products, or systems in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Ensures parts inventory is sufficient.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output affects and impacts other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/Complexity of Work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
• Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities

• Supporting Colleagues:
  • Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas.
  • Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to expand and strengthen relationships.
  • Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
• Delivering Excellent Services:
  • Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.
  • Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.
  • Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.
• Ensuring High Quality:
  • Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.
  • Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.
  • Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent hazards.
• Managing Resources Effectively:
  • Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.
  • Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources.
  • Makes Data-Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.
• Fostering Innovation:
  • Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.
  • Applies Technology: Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.
  • Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Requirements

• Certifications: Histotechnician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or Histotechnologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
• Work Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree.

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.