Histology Technician I

Altru Health System; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Altru Health System in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination by a Pathologist. You will embed, cut, stain, mount slides, and ensure accurate specimen labeling and data entry.

The role involves immunohistochemistry and special stains, QA, and coordination of send-outs. Education preferred is an Associate degree in Science; 1 year related experience is required, with ASCP certification achievable within 12 months of start date.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to perform accurate data entry, retrieval and documentation.
• Minimum 1 year related experience.
• Histotechnician certification within 12 months of start date (ASCP).

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue sections by embedding, cutting, staining and mounting for microscopic examination.
• Ensure accurate labeling of specimens and proper accessioning of materials.
• Perform quality assurance on stained slides and assist pathologists with special procedures.
• Coordinate send-outs and tests as required and maintain reagents and stock solutions.

Skills

Data entry

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Science

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location:

Altru Hospital1200 South Columbia RoadGrand Forks, ND 58201Pay Range: $27.80 - $41.71

Summary:

The Histology Technician prepares sections of human tissue from surgical procedures using techniques to process, embed, cut, stain, and mount the tissue onto glass slides for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis by a Pathologist. The technician utilizes technology to operate computerized laboratory equipment and to effectively perform data entry, retrieval, and complete documentation. This position assures accurate specimen labeling, retrieves, opens and sorts specimens and performs send out procedures for consults and further patient testing. The Histology Technician prepares and maintains special stains, performs immunohistochemistry and other special stains as requested, and disposes of chemicals and patient specimens per regulatory guidelines.

Essential Job Functions:

• Utilizes technology effectively to perform accurate data entry/retrieval, documentation, and communication.

• Receives specimen and verifies accurate specimen and requisition labeling. Manages patient and specimen encounters, order entry, accessioning, etc. Files and retrieves patient information, blocks, slides, and/or reports problems.

• Recognizes procedural or technical problems, troubleshoots and exercises initiative and independent judgment in taking corrective action, documents problem and all corrective action taken and notifies supervisor and/or Manager/Pathologist as appropriate of problems in a timely manner.

• Prepares pathology slides by accurately and proficiently embedding tissue sections, cutting paraffin blocks, staining and coverslipping. Reviews stained slides microscopically for quality assurance.

• Performs immunohistochemistry stains, special stains, and prepares and maintains adequate reagents and stock solutions following standard operating procedures.

• Initiates, performs and documents quality assurance and maintenance processes.

• Acts as a reference for send-outs and special test/specimen requirements, coordinates and processes send-outs and special requests, and assists Pathologist with general and special procedures.

• Engages in courteous communication that supports business operations through verbal, written, and other appropriate means.

• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

• Histotechnician | American Society for Clinical Pathology | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

Education:

• Preferred: Associates - Science

Work Experience:

• Required: A minimum of 1 year Related Experience

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands :

• Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walk: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Light (10-20 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Not Applicable

Working Conditions:

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Infrequent DriverReference ID: R8146

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)