Histotechnician I

Histotechnician I Bako Diagnostics Alpharetta, GA Job Details 14 hours ago Qualifications Laboratory safety Histological laboratory techniques Report writing HT Certification Maintaining an organized workspace Laboratory equipment maintenance Sample preparation Immunological laboratory techniques Basic math Filing Pathology Mid-level High school diploma or GED Quality assurance Collecting samples for laboratory testing Laboratory compliance management Laboratory quality control CLIA regulations Medical equipment cleaning 1 year Clean workspace maintenance Routine maintenance projects

Full Job Description Bako Diagnostics Job Description Job Code:

HTN1 and HTN2

Title:

Histotechnician I & II Revised:

03/16/2018

Department:

Anatomic Pathology FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Reports to: Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Job Summary Obtain and process pathology specimens, maintaining positive specimen identification. Perform routine, special stain and Immunohistochemistry for histopathological and cytopathological tests, entry and recording functions in accordance with department policies and procedures. Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise Language Ability

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as patient requisitions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Math Ability
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished either verbally or written.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure/Certification High School Diploma or equivalent 1 year experience in a Histology laboratory within the last five years Histotechnician I HT (ASCP) eligible and one year of full-time experience in a Histology laboratory Histotechnician II HT (ASCP) certification and three years of full-time experience in a Histology laboratory. Meets all requirements as outlined in 1988 CLIA

CFR 493. 1489

guidelines for moderate complexity testing. Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities 1. Interacts with physicians, employees and clients in a positive manner consistent with the mission and values of Bako Diagnostics. 2. Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologists. 3. Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. 4. Ensure proper tissue processing. 5. Perform embedding and microtomy. 6. Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin & Eosin and PAS staining. 7. Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or via automation. 8. Prepare solutions and reagents for special stains. 9. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment. 10. Perform filing of finished blocks and slides. 11. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the Histology Supervisor or Histology Lead. 12. Follow the laboratory's standard operating procedures for job-related responsibilities. 13. Ensure all safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. 14. Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations. 15. Maintain a clean and well-organized work area. Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals and hazardous waste. The employee is frequently exposed to human tissue. Personal protective equipment to lower the risk of exposure is provided by Bako Diagnostics. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Positions Supervised None Requirements listed are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. This position description is not meant to imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job duties requested by the supervisor.