Histotechnician

Histotechnician Digestive Disease Clinic - 3.5 Tallahassee, FL Job Details Full-time $23 - $29 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Life insurance Qualifications Histological laboratory techniques Pathology High school diploma or

GED HTL Certification Cytotechnology Full Job Description Position:

Histology Technician Job Summary The Histology Technician will perform the various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist. This may include logging, batching, and cutting, mounting and staining procedures. Tissue specimens received from surgical, diagnostic, or autopsy cases are sorted, logged, and prioritized according to the standards required. Upon receiving written or verbal orders from physicians or their designees, the Histology Technician will coordinate daily workflow of tasks and activities in the endoscopy pathology area with regard to routine procedures, special procedures, and the endoscopy schedule. Duties 1. Retrieves specimens from Tallahassee Endoscopy Center 2. Sorts specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and records in pathology log 3. Embeds specimens into blocks and fixes tissue in formalin 4. Operates instrumentation for tissue dehydration, section clearing, impregnation with paraffin, cutting tissue sections, and staining of slides 5. Prepares solutions, stains, and reagents in accordance with standards written procedures 6. Operates and maintains all histology area lab equipment in proper state of readiness, cleanliness, and sharpens and hone microtome knives 7. Records number of tissue blocks verifying proper identification and label 8. Performs and monitors inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used, and places orders for replacements as required 9. Assists the Pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens and in frozen section procedures 10. Is capable of performing all routine and special procedures which may include but is not limited to: A. CAP workload recording B. Operation of automotive strainers C. Cytology fluid procedures D. Cytospin 2 procedures E. Cytology stains (non-gynecological smears) F. Hypercenter operation G. Hematoxylin and eosin stains H. Deparaffinizing for special stains I. Pathology report forms J. Surgical pathology request forms K. Stock solutions on hand L. B-5 Fixative preparation M. B-5 Fixation of lymph nodes or bone marrow N. Slide request procedures O. Removal of mercuric chloride ppts from B-5 fixative P. Carbohydrate stains Q. Connective tissue and muscle fiber stains R. Microorganism stains S. Pigments and mineral stains T. Nuclear and cytoplasmic stains U. Lipid stains V. Immunoperozidase stains 11. Performs other duties as requested by supervisors 12. Performs with a minimum of errors- works neatly and with accuracy regardless of volume of work 13. Keeps current with changes in laboratory procedures 14. Daily assignments are completed within eight - hour shifts 15. Organizes work for effective utilization of time 16. Able to determine priorities when organizing daily assignments 17. Daily workload indicates good use of time 18. Seeks assistance when necessary from Histology Technologist or Lab Manager 19. Makes pertinent observations in regard to department needs and office suggestions 20. Shows ability to handle unexpected situations and is able to exercise independent thought and action 21. Shows ability to handle unexpected situations and is able to exercise independent thought and action 22. Is aware of need for cost containment 23. Utilizes supplies in non-wasteful manner 24. Observes confidentiality, both with patient information and co-workers 25. Maintains good interpersonal relationships with co-workers and with people in general 26. Promotes an environment in which the laboratory staff can work together cooperatively toward objectives 27. Capable of performing a variety of tasks within the scope of job duties 28. Accepts accountability for actions 29. Assumes responsibility for own behavior 30. Able to recognize the importance of clinic policy 31. Accepts and follows clinic policy 32. Can be counted on to carry out instructions and fulfill job responsibilities 33. Can be counted on to report to work as scheduled 34. Accepts responsibility for an becomes available for overtime when workload requires 35. Accepts responsibility for and becomes available to work a different shift when workload or conditions warrant it Qualifications 1. Must be a Registered Histology Technician (ASCP) or be eligible for such registration or have a high school education and a minimum of five (5) years experience as a Histology Technician or have a minimum of one years training under the direction of a registered Histology Technologist. 2. Spatial ability is required to perceive three-dimensional and geometric relationships when cutting paraffin blocks and making embedding molds. 3. Finger dexterity required to manipulate the micro-thin tissue sections and to mount onto microscope slides 4. Color discrimination required to verify diagnostic quality of staining processes in order that essential features of tissue sections can be properly defined. Lifting Requirements Medium - generally not lifting more than 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and / or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

Pay:

$23.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person