Technician - Histology & Cytology

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services seeks a Histology/Cytology Technician to coordinate grossing and processing workflows, ensuring accurate transport of specimens and adherence to CAP/CLSI standards. The role emphasizes meticulous documentation, teamwork, and high-quality service to staff and patients.

The position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to work independently within a pathology unit.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology or related background preferred.
• Strong regulatory and quality-control mindset.
• Proficient with MS Office and data/documentation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow in grossing and processing areas.
• Ensure accurate transport of lab supplies and specimens.
• Adhere to CAP/CLSI standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain instrument maintenance and quality-control documentation.
• Assist in training new employees and ongoing education.
• Provide excellent service to NMHS staff and patients.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Biohazard handling

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department: 10007020 Pathology Main Unit

Work Shift: N/A

Job Description: The Histology/Cytology Technician at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate handling, processing, and transportation of laboratory specimens. This role coordinates workflow in grossing and processing areas, provide excellent customer service, and adhere to regulatory guidelines. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supervision: Coordinates work flow of grossing and processing areas.
• Distribution and Transportation: Assures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens.
• Distribution and Transportation: Follows all laws and regulations in the processing and transportation of laboratory specimens.
• Specimen Handling & Processing: Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
• Specimen Handling & Processing: Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers.
• Communication: Customer Service.
• Communication: Uses AIDET as applicable.
• Communication: Attends CARES training.
• Communication: When necessary, assures proper service recovery is done for patients and/or caregivers.
• Communication: Answers telephone in an polite and efficient manner.
• Employee Relations: Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees.
• Reporting/Recordkeeping: Assists with meeting goals of department Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Reporting/Recordkeeping: Assures appropriate documentation of all required instrument monthly maintenance and quality control.
• Education: Assists with training of new employees.
• Education: Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills.
• Education: Stays abreast of regulatory changes.
• Regulation: Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Regulation: Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• Regulation: Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) standards.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills; required.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Prioritize and organize daily work demands of area.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Evaluating processes and equipment for optimal organization and performance.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Communicates effectively.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Provides excellent service to internal and external customers.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Assuring quality control is acceptable and required maintenance is completed daily in work area.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Must have extensive contact with: Pathology Department and hospital staff (including physicians).
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve.

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing.
• Frequently Walking.
• Frequently Sitting.
• Occasionally Lifting/Carrying.
• Frequently 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling.
• Frequently Climbing.
• Occasionally Balancing.
• Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending.
• Frequently Reaching/Over Head Work.
• Occasionally Grasping.
• Frequently Speaking.
• Frequently Hearing.
• Constantly Repetitive Motions.
• Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations.
• Frequently.

Salary Range

$17.45 - $26.17

Education

Associate’s Degree | Medical Technology | Not Required High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Required

Certifications

ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology

North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission - to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.