Histology Technician
Job description
Histology Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports To: Pathology Manager
Position: Full-Time
Department: Histopathology
Company: Gastroenterology Associates of New Jersey
Summary:Prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist for a (POL) physician owned laboratory by performing the following duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Receiving, accessioning and grossing of gastroenterology specimens.
· Prepares sections of human tissue for examination.
· Operates computerized laboratory equipment to process and preserve tissue specimens for study by Pathologist.
· Orients and embeds properly corresponding to the type of tissue sample processed
· Performs routine H&E staining, special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures
· Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements. Any deviations from expected results will be reported to the Pathology Manager.
· Responsible for organizing all the daily cases in folders with matching requisitions for each individual Pathologist.
· Prioritizes all cases according to urgency, special requests, send-outs etc.
· Knowledge in troubleshooting histology equipment and laboratory computer system.
· Keeps accurate records including but not limited to: equipment preventative maintenance and repair, QA and QC records, temperature and equipment charts, safety procedures, training, exposure and waste management.
· Assumes responsibility for keeping work area clean, neat and organized. Completes thorough cleaning at the end of work period.
· Prepares chemicals and stains for performing tests. Uses all chemicals following safety procedures. Maintains accurate and adequate inventory of reagents and supplies. Tracks utilization and expiration dates.
· Understands and follows all laboratory accreditation standards, OSHA, EPA and CLIA standards.
· Maintains educational credits and other requirements for licensure.
· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Experience with medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Windows, MS Word, Excel, and a basic understanding of “Laboratory Information System” (LIS) software programs such as Vital Axis (Dx) and eClinicalWorks (eCW).
- Highly motivated individual looking to pursue a long-term career in histology
- Must possess a professional demeanor and have experience that demonstrates problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with HIPAA and security compliance requirements
Education/Experience:
Associate's degree (A. A. or A.A.S) from a two-year accredited Histology school or a Bachelor’s in Science Degree (B.S.) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Certificates and Licenses:
H.T. or H.T.L. (ASCP) recommended but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $41.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Pathology
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rutherford, NJ 07070: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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