Histotechnician III

Histotechnician 3

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

The Histotechnician 3 performs and monitors various anatomic procedures and processes. They assume responsibility for problem resolution and train others in all department aspects with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Perform variety of technical procedures resulting in creation of microscopic slide preparations.
• Follow quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Recognize and take appropriate action when established procedures and policies are not followed.
• Perform instrument maintenance, maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
• Participate in laboratory projects and educational activities.
• Demonstrates and educates laboratory methods, technical skills and provide direction to others.
• Performs all delegated functions as defined by facility CLIA Director. Assume leadership responsibility in the absence of Supervisor/Manager.

Key Success Factors:

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Fosters a positive and productive work environment that furthers the quality and effectiveness of patient care.

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