Tissue Tech

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Tissue Tech is responsible for a variety of tasks that lead to a high level of customer satisfaction in the most cost effective manner, and in a manner consistent with all patient-related age-specific competencies. Under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director, and Laboratory Manager, this position is assigned the responsibility of various duties not limited to the receipt, handling, processing, cutting, staining, and presentation of tissue and slides to the Pathologist for diagnostic evaluation. All employees are expected to perform their duties in alignment with the vision and values of the organization.

Job Requirements

• Two years experience in the methods and procedures for fixing and processing tissue specimens with use of routine and special stains in a pathology or an acute-care facility setting.
• A high school diploma or equivalency.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.