Histotechnician (HT) II- PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Histotechnician (PRN) for the hospital laboratory. The role prepares and processes tissue samples for histologic techniques, to be examined under a pathologist's microscope, including fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining of human and animal tissue.

The HT ensures compliance with JCAHO, DHEC, CLIA and CAP standards and works under an hourly pay structure with a 12-hour scheduled weekly load.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (credits in both)
• At least 1 year of clinical laboratory experience required
• HT(ASCP) certification by ASCP BOC or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process tissue samples for routine histologic techniques for microscopic examination by a pathologist
• Ensure laboratory compliance with JCAHO, DHEC, CLIA and CAP standards
• Perform duties in areas such as fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining

Education

Associates degree from an accredited college/university with 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Prepares and processes tissue samples for routine histologic techniques to be examined under a microscope by a pathologist. The histologic techniques include fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining of human and animal tissue for evaluation.

The Histotechnician (HT) assures laboratories compliance in meeting the standards set forth by JCAHO, DHEC, CLIA and College of American Pathologist (CAP).

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000866 COL - Lab (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Entity/Organization

** MUHA****(Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)**

Job Description/Summary

Prepares and processes tissue samples for routine histologic techniques to be examined under a microscope by a pathologist. The histologic techniquesinclude fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining of human and animal tissue for evaluation.

TheHistotechnician(HT)assures laboratories compliance in meeting the standards set forth by JCAHO, DHEC, CLIA and College of American Pathologist (CAP).

Minimum Training andEducation

Associates degree from an accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology andchemistry(must include credit hours in both). Experience: Atleast 1 year of clinical laboratory workexperiencerequired.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

HT(ASCP) certification by American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

Abilityto perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas.(Frequent)Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.(Frequent)Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability totwist atthe waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions.(Frequent)Ability to perform “pinching” operations.(Frequent)Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use bothlegs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient thatcan notassistin the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100additionalpounds,assistancewill berequiredfrom another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair oncarpet. 25 lbs. of forceis required topush a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability tomaintain20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objectsclose at handor at a distance.(Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability todeterminedistance/relationshipbetween objects; depthperception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities.(Continuous) Ability tomaintainhearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime asrequired.(Frequent)Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability tomaintaintactile sensory functions.(Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability tomaintaingood olfactory sensory function.(Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and asrequired. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training andEducation

Associates degree from an accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology andchemistry(must include credit hours in both). Experience: Atleast 1 year of clinical laboratory workexperiencerequired.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

HT(ASCP) certification by American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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