Histotechnician ll

Histotechnician ll BakoDx

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3 Alpharetta, GA Job Details Full-time From $22 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Basic math Filing Pathology Manual handling Associate's degree

Full Job Description Job Description Title:

Histotechnician II Department:

Anatomic Pathology Reports to: Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Shift 11:00 AM

• 7:30 PM Job Summary Obtain and process pathology specimens, maintaining positive specimen identification. Perform routine, special stain, and automated 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/Certifications) 1) Successful completion of a course of study that meets all academic requirements for an Associate's or higher degree in a Histotechnician program from an accredited institution; OR 2) Successful completion of a full course of study that meets all academic requirements for an Associate's degree or higher in one of the chemical or biological sciences from an accredited institution; AND either one of the following conditions: i. one year of experience and/or training in Histology within the past 5 years, under the direction of a Pathologist certified by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic Pathology; or ii. successful completion of a course of training of at least nine months in an Histotechnician program from an accredited institution; 3) HT(ASCP) Eligible and 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 routine tissue processing. 5. Perform embedding and microtomy. 6. Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin & Eosin and PAS staining. 7. Prepare slides for automated Immunohistochemistry staining. 8. Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or via automation. 9. Perform routine cytology preparation and PAP staining. 10. Prepare solutions and reagents for special stains. 11. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment. 12. Perform filing of finished blocks and slides. 13. 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. 14. Follow the laboratory's standard operating procedures for job-related responsibilities. 15. Ensure all safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. 16. Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations. 17. 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.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Travel reimbursement Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Pathology Work Location:

In person