Lead - Histotechnologist

Shea Medical Center - 9003 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Shift: 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

Responsibilities

The Lead Histotechnologist/Histotechnician oversees day-to-day operations of the department and performs technical procedures in the Histology and IHC laboratory.

• Oversees day-to-day bench duties of employees and organizes workflow and staffing as needed to maintain effective and efficient department operations.
• Writes and updates department schedule.
• Prepares sections of human tissue for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis, using techniques to embed (orient specimen in paraffin block), section (cut thin sections of tissue), stain (enhance contrast of tissue and highlight specific features of interest with routine hematoxylin and eosin stains), and mount tissue (adhere tissue onto glass slides), from surgical procedures.
• Monitors daily Immunohistochemistry workload by receiving IHC/SS orders and pending lists requests. Retrieves slides or blocks from request and performs IHC/SS by preparing, loads/unloads stainers, and performs appropriate quality control checks.
• Performs recuts and additional stains including special and immunohistochemistry stains, as requested by a Pathologist.
• Embeds tissue to ensure correct orientation and positioning for sectioning.
• Performs and documents instrument and equipment maintenance and troubleshooting on all equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Maintains the internal Quality Control process daily by performing and recording appropriate quality control procedures and documents according to laboratory policy and procedure. Reviews and signs off on monthly charting and QC.
• Actively participates in laboratory programs established for maintaining/improving the quality of laboratory services, individual growth, and safety in the work environment.
• Manages ordering and stocks supplies to ensure the department is adequately stocked.
• Ensures compliance with all state, CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations as applicable and incorporates these compliance practices into daily routines.
• Assists with writing, reviewing, and revising SOPs.
• Trains and guides new and existing staff, troubleshoots problems, creates, updates, and communicates new policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 5 years of Histology Lab experience
• Ability to read/write English language
• Successful completion of NAACLS Accredited Histotechnician program within the last 5 years (preferred)

Qualifications

• Histology Technician Certification (HT) or Histology Technologist Certification (HTL) required
• QIHC Certification required
• Medical Technologist (AMT) Certification (preferred)