Histology Technician Per Diem

Histology Technician Per Diem

The Histology Technician Per Diem will:

• Process all specimens.
• Set up tissue processor in predetermined sequence in accordance with established Department procedures.
• Replace chemicals on a regular basis in accordance with established Department procedures.
• Set instruments for defined timing sequence as observed by actual time out in the A.M. in accordance with established Department procedures.
• Maintain familiarity with procedure/policy for referred biopsy specimens.
• Embed processed tissue samples.
• Prepare molds for tissue samples in accordance with established Department procedures.
• Embed tissue samples in accordance with established Department procedures.
• Cut, mount, stain and label slides and match to corresponding requisition form.
• Prepare and mount wrinkle-free sections.
• Cut section of four to five (4-5) micron thickness.
• Deparafinize sections completely.
• Change all staining solutions and prepares special stains as needed.
• Perform a wide variety of special stains.
• Check Q.C. slides/special stain slides for adequacy of staining properties.
• Perform special stains within established timeframe.
• Maintain daily reports.
• Record number of blocks per day as evidenced by daily inspection of log book.
• Record number of slides per day as evidenced by daily inspection of log book.
• Record number of Special Stains per day as evidenced by daily inspection of log book.
• Store files and blocks.
• Accurately file slides and blocks in strict numerical order.
• Maintain equipment and Quality Control.
• Record temperature on tissue processor on a daily basis.
• Record temperatures of water and paraffin baths on a daily basis.
• Attend and participate in continuing education in-services.
• Attend and participate in all mandatory in-service seminars.
• Attend and participate in continuing education seminars as scheduled.
• Participate in training and instructing Residents and new employees.
• Train and instruct Residents and new employees in response to Department needs.
• Maintain an orderly and efficient work area.
• Conform to safety protocols as outlined in the safety and chemical hygiene plans.
• Demonstrate good laboratory hygiene according to departmental policy with no more than two documented instances of non-compliance.
• Conform to laboratory dress code.
• Participate in yearly formaldehyde/kylene badge checks.

One year training in approved Histology program.

Eligible for ASCP Histology registry/equivalent training and experience required.

Grade 121