Histology Technician (31298)

Position Purpose The Histotechnician/HTL's main responsibility is to perform all functions in the histology lab, including embedding, microtomy, staining, and filing. Responsibilities / Duties / Functions / Tasks Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Provide backup for Lab Assistant duties Gross, embed, cut, and stain tissue according to designated procedures Perform all routine and specialized histology tissue slide preparation and staining procedures Complete assigned workload within prescribed time limits Prepare reagents for tissue processing and routine slide staining Maintain legible, accurate complete logs and record of testing Distribute slides to pathologists Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment Troubleshoot procedures and instrumentation Ensure all corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations Maintain a clean and well-organized work area Other duties as assigned Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required Associate’s degree in science or equivalent science education required for Histology Technicians performing gross examination of specimens and other high complexity testing. Education and training sufficient to support CLIA 88 requirements for the position held. This reflects the scope of practice in scheduled responsibilities and pay grade meeting all HCFA-CLIA 88 “testing personnel” criteria. Experience: One (1) year experience in laboratory setting preferred. Additional Qualifications: N/A Performance Requirements Must be reliable Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to compile data Ability to follow instructions/procedures Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers Ability to perform work activities in a team environment with open communication Ability to maintain attention to detail and concentrate for extended periods of time Ability to function in a fast‑paced environment while under substantial time pressures and still maintain quality patient care Proficient technical (computer) skills with keyboarding Strong multi‑tasking ability in a fast‑paced environment Self-motivated with initiative Strong sense of ethics Physical Requirements Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time Use of hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools or controls Reach with hands and arms Occasionally climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Constantly talk, hear and smell Frequently lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move 25 to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus Equipment Operated This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Also, laboratory equipment is used daily. Work Environment This job operates in professional laboratory environments. Frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals, moving/mechanical parts, sharp objects, blood or body fluids, communicable diseases, computer monitors, repetitive motions. Local travel in the region may be required to another location as needed. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and comply with all EEOC guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr