Histology Technologist: Tissue Prep & Stains

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is seeking an entry-level Histology Technologist to prepare histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by a Pathologist.

The role involves evaluating complex samples, performing quality control, maintaining instruments, and ensuring proper labeling and handling of tissues, with a focus on accuracy and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required for entry-level histology tech role.
• Clinical Lab Technologist License (FL) required by the state of Florida.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine preparation and staining methods.
• Performs quality control, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments and stains.
• Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions for slide preparation.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Analysis

Customer Service

Equipment Maintenance

Histology Stains

Immunohistochemistry

Specimen Handling

Accessioning

Processing

Education

Associates

Clinical Lab Technologist License (FL)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Location:

Pembroke Pines, Florida

Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision.

Summary

The entry level Histology Technologist prepares histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist.

Responsibilities

Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining.Performs quality control, preventative maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance.Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.Performs cytology processing, staining and cover slipping using accepted histological techniques.Prepares for and participates in inspections and assists the laboratory in meeting all regulatory guidelines.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - LAB, HISTOLOGY SPECIAL STAINS AND IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, SPECIMEN HANDLING, ACCESSIONING, AND PROCESSING, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education And Certification Requirements

Associates (Required)Clinical Lab Technologist License (TN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 20%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 60%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
• Dust = 40%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 0%
• Latex = 20%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 40%
• Hazardous Noise = 20%
• Heating Devices = 60%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 20%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%
  
  

Shift

Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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