HISTOTECHNICIAN

Histotechnologist

Expected pay for this position is $22.76-$34.14. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. MDH Benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision 457B and employer match for FT Employees Company paid STD and LTD.

Job Summary: Cuts, stains, mounts, and studies specimens of human tissue to provide data on functioning of tissues and organs, causes and/or progress of disease, following established standards and practices. Tests performed are primarily in the area of histology or cytology, although other duties consistent with skills may be assigned as secondary duties (i.e., phlebotomy, etc.). May assist in the performance of autopsies.

Job Specifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor degree in medical technology or related science from an accredited school. Must be currently registered or eligible for registration as a histotechnologist.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Must understand and be able to perform the various steps in the processing of tissues and cytology slides for examination by pathologist. Must have background knowledge of techniques and instruments and their interrelationships. Must be able to recognize problems and communicate these to the supervisor or the pathologist. Must be able to work independently.

ABILITIES, INTERESTS AND TEMPERAMENTS: Spatial ability is required to perceive three-dimensional and geometric relationships when cutting paraffin blocks and making embedding molds. Finger dexterity required to manipulate the microthin tissue sections and to mount onto microscope slides. Color discrimination required to verify diagnostic quality of staining processes in order that essential features of tissue sections can be properly defined. A preference for working with things and objects according to established processes and techniques is required to complete the various steps necessary to prepare microscopic slides. Adaptable to routine work, which involves repetitive operations, carried out in accordance with standard procedures to prepare slides. Accuracy; worker is responsible for work that must meet rigid medical standards in performing job duties. Ability to exercise professional judgment independently. Must have the ability to work with a variety of patients of all populations (e.g. developmentally appropriate care, cultural diversity, patients with pain, victims of abuse or neglect, and diagnosis or procedure specific such as patient with congestive heart failure or cesarean delivery).