Histology Technologist 1-Contractor

Summary Accurately fixes, embeds, cuts and stains tissue for Pathologist interpreation and diagnosis. Provides quality technical and customer service to all customers. Responsibilities Provides quality technical and customer service to all customers in compliance with the expectations set by the organization. Performs computer accessioning and proper specimen labeling, insuring specimen integrity. Assists Pathology Residents and Pathologists as needed in Frozen Section & Gross Room as needed. Performs routine Histology procedures necessary to prepare slides for examination by Pathologists, including but not limited to embedding, cutting, mounting, and staining. Performs special stains in accordance to quality standards. Initiates work procedures and performs all quality control, instrument maintenance & documentation required by accrediting agencies. Communicates effectively and appropriately with coworkers, pathology residents & pathologists to assure the quality & integrity of the service. Maintain a safe environment for one's self and coworkers to comply with all regulatory agencies & with hospital's & Laboratory's Safety Programs. Assists in maintaining section's inventory to ensure proper levels of reagents, controls and disposables. Participates in Laboratory Performance Improvement Program. Teaches and trains new employees, students and Pathology Residents. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Skills Experience Required: Associate Degree Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Histotechnologist certification preferred or eligible. Other Information Required: Associate Degree Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Histotechnologist certification preferred or eligible. Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 132 Department: Pathology Anatomic Exempt: No Salary Range: $29.65 - $55.55 Hourly #J-18808-Ljbffr Danbury Hospital