Histology Technician

Advocate Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Georgia is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists under the direct supervision of a pathologist or histology technologist. The role includes handling frozen sections, paraffin mounts, cytologic preparations and stains related to each function.

The position requires ensuring specimen adequacy, performing routine and special stains, performing quality control, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Registered Histology Technician ASCP or equivalent, or eligible.
• Must obtain within six months from date of hire.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum one year in histopathology (with Associate’s Degree).
• Minimum two years in histopathology (with High School Diploma or Equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Determines if specimens are adequate and requests additional specimens if necessary.
• Properly identifies all tissue and cytology specimens.
• Prepares tissue samples with proper orientation in blocks.
• Performs routine and special stains of tissue samples.
• Performs and documents quality control for staining procedures.
• Performs and documents routine maintenance of instruments.
• Demonstrates ability to prepare quality slides from tissue blocks.
• Follows Joint Commission, State of Georgia and other regulatory guidelines and standards.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with lab staff and assisting co-workers.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Biology or correlated field

Job description

Job Summary:

The Histology Technician prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists under the direct supervision of a pathologist or histology technologist. This individual is responsible for frozen sections, paraffin mounts, cytologic preparations and stains related to each function. The Histology Technician determines if surgical and cytology specimens are adequate and requests additional specimens if necessary. He/she performs routine maintenance on instruments as directed.

Major Responsibilities:

Performs quality work.

• Determines if specimens are adequate and requests additional specimens if necessary. Properly identifies all tissue and cytology specimens.
• Prepares tissue samples with proper orientation in blocks. Performs routine and special stains of tissue samples.
• Performs and documents quality control for staining procedures.
• Performs and documents routine maintenance of instruments.
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare quality slides from tissue blocks.
• Follows all Joint Commission, State of Georgia and other regulatory guidelines and standards.
• Displays a sense of cooperation in daily work relationships. Adapts well to change.
• Modifies work schedule as needed.
• Submits earned time request according to policy.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with lab staff, nursing and medical staff. Assists co-workers.
• Demonstrates a courteous, professional demeanor.
• Maintains a high level of productivity.
• Effectively uses allotted time and resources.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Registered Histology Technician ASCP or equivalent, or eligible. Must obtain within six months from date of hire.

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience Required:

• Minimum one year in histopathology (withAssociate’s Degree)
• Minimum two year in histopathology (with High School Diploma or Equivalent)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Full rangeofbodymotionincluding handling andliftingpatients, manual and fingerdexterityandeye-handcoordination.Standing andwalkingforextensive periodsoftime.Occasionally liftsand carries weight upto50pounds.Abilitytodistinguish letters, numbers and symbols withvisionand hearing within normal rangetorespondtoCodealertsand equipment alarms.Work-relatedstressdue tovolumeand time constraints with irregularworkinghours.

Preferred Education

• Associate’sDegreeinBiologyorrelatedfield

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.