Histology Tech

Grossing Histology Technician

Provides assistance with the processing and preparation of histology specimens. Directs proper processing of human derived tissue and fluids to ensure preservation of cellular structure and microscopic elements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Embeds, cuts and stains processed tissue.
• Cuts and stains frozen tissue.
• Processes and stains human derived fluids for cytological evaluation.
• Assists with bone marrow biopsies and prepares and stains bone marrow biopsies and aspirated for microscopic evaluation.
• Obtains specimens from surgery and documents specimens by logging in and assigning accession numbers.
• Responsible for all specimens requiring special handling, processing or staining when necessary in order to arrive at a more accurate diagnosis.
• Charges for pathological procedures, files all materials, including slides, blocks, and reports.
• Distributes results to primary and referral physicians.
• Performs gross evaluation of surgical specimens on a regular basis.
• Orders all supplies, reagents and equipment necessary for completion of histology and cytology.
• Compiles all information, reports, slides and blocks necessary for outside referrals, quarterly quality assurance reviews, tumor registry, and research studies in cooperation with outside institutions.
• Responsible for maintenance and cleaning of all morgue and histology equipment.
• Processes slides and stains of sufficient quality acceptable by the pathologist.
• Consistently labels and properly identifies all blocks and slides.
• Processes tissue sections of uniform and proper thickness.
• Properly mounts all sections free of bubbles.
• Maintains safe working environment and is cautious with toxic, flammable and infectious materials.
• Consistently completes routine surgical specimens and submits to pathologist in timely manner.