Histology Tech

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for performing complex testing on a wide variety of tissue to produce high quality microscopic slides for diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Histology Technician is to perform quality histology services. They are responsible for assuring that services are provided in a manner that is consistent with Ohio County Hospital policies, procedures and the purpose, vision, and values.

PURPOSE OF JOB

The Histology Technician must be able to assist the pathologist with the transportation and processes tissue specimens for embedding, staining, cover slipping, and labeling according to procedures. Adheres to legal compliance and other regulatory policies.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed by not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position. Training is provided relevant to the population served, based on scope of care of the services assigned. Ohio County Healthcare is committed to providing outstanding care here with a safe working environment including training and access to personal protective equipment necessary to this position. While performing duties of this position, occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is present for all employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains accurate and complete records for all histology testing, quality control, and results.
• Verifies accuracy of specimen identity and test order.
• Files all slides, and tissue blocks according to procedure.
• Maintains adequate supply inventories by rotating stock and checking for expiration dates.
• Prepares solutions and reagents in accordance with standard procedures.
• Transports and processes tissue specimen of embedding, staining, cover slipping, and labeling according to procedures.
• Performs frozen sections of specimens selected by physicians or pathologists.
• Assist in delivery of physician reports via phone or internal distribution in a timely manner. Copies and distributes pathology reports and mails out report copies and slides for consultation according to protocol.
• May perform grossing procedures once competency and training has been completed.
• Practices proper telephone techniques by identifying self, department, and directing calls and messages to correct destination.

QUALIFICATIONS

1.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or Equivalent (May be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6-months) 2.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Preferred:

at least 2 years experience in like position 3.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Work under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.