Histology Technician

Duties:Prepares and examines slides for microscopic examination to support healthcare team in establishing and confirming patient diagnosis.

• Responsible for microtomy, cryotomy and embedding Anatomic Pathology specimens. 2. Utilizes appropriate histology and cytology staining techniques. Utilizes routine, special and immunohistochemical staining techniques. Ensures slides are free of artifacts. Ensures controls exhibit appropriate staining characteristics. Operates automatic stainers according to written protocols. Recognizes abnormal staining results and troubleshoots to correct the results. Completes staining within established turn-aroundtimes. Maintains an inventory of stains as needed. Employs appropriate coverslipping of slides and maintains specimen identification integrity through the processes. 3. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, accuracy, and completeness. Recognizes basic quality assurance problems and takes appropriate corrective action. Records and evaluates quality control data. Identifies and implements solutions to problems as identified through Quality Assurance, Quality Control or Performance Improvement Initiatives. 4. Assists in maintaining the laboratory section to CLIA , CAP and Joint Commission standards and regulatory requirements. Performs competency testing as required by accreditating agencies. Assists in performing maintenance per protocol. Troubleshoots instrumentation as required. 5. Documents and communicates information thoroughly and accurately. Maintains the work area in a clean, neat and functional manner. Restocks supplies and assists with inventory. Assists with orientation and training of new associates. 6. Performs special projects as assigned. Completes special projects and tasks within time guidelines and reviews progress with the section manager as needed. Assists in writing and reviewing new policy/procedure for the section as needed. Provides education to others as needed, assists in computer system design, upgrades, maintenance of database, if required. Participates in learning activities to expand understanding and knowledge of the field of histology. 7. Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards. 8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required.

Experience Required: Previous on the job training required. Associate's Degree in Histotechnology Program may substitute for on the job training. Preferred: One (1) year laboratory experience is preferred.

Education:Required: Associate's degree required.

Required: HT Certification (ASCP) required.

Required: Previous on the job training required. Associate's Degree in Histotechnology Program may substitute for on the job training.

Preferred: One (1) year laboratory experience is preferred.