Histotechnician-Mohs Surgery Casual Days

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

**This is a Casual, as needed (2-3 times per month on Tuesday's and Wednesday's) position located at the Glenview Outpatient clinic.**  

The Histology Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Histology Technician provides technical and clinical support for various physicians and sub-specialists by performing histology related laboratory tests to aid in the diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, and follow up of patients with various health conditions. This position acts as a liaison between the physicians and staff by answering questions and providing educational assistance.

Responsibilities:

• Under the directorship of the Mohs surgeon performs frozen tissue preparations for microscopic examination.
• Properly identifies and orients tissue.
• Uses Mohs frozen section technique to orient, map, freeze, cut, and stain frozen tissue sections.
• Recognizes adequacy of cryo-sectioning.
• Labels specimens as appropriate.
• Operates automated instrumentation to stain microscopic slides.
• Evaluates stains microscopically for acceptable results.
• Identifies and corrects staining deficiencies.
• Performs manual methods during instrument downtimes.
• Recognizes, resolves, and documents unacceptable staining and cover slipping results and/or instrument failure.
• Maintains logbook of Mohs specimens as well as other manual and electronic records for easy retrieval of data as necessary.
• Records all documentation consistently and legibly in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining Quality Control and Quality Assurance documentation to assure compliance with CLIA regulations.
• Prioritizes technical workload based on assignment or established priorities, responds effectively to changes in workflow adjusting work to incorporate STAT requests or fluctuations in work volume.
• Cleans, disinfects, performs, and documents routine equipment and instrument per SOP.
• Monitors laboratory inventory to ensure supply levels are appropriate and adequate.
• Notifies coordinator promptly of any supply issues.
• Fosters department and laboratory teamwork through effective communication.
• Participates in Safety and Infection Control activities.
• Follows all required safety procedures, assumes a proactive role in laboratory safety.
• Assists in cleaning, wrapping and sterilization of instruments.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of clinical supplies.
• Assist in clerical duties such as scanning of patients’ records into EMR.
• Takes initiative for personal development by attending teleconferences, educational sessions, and required meetings, etc.
• Possesses motivation, self-reliance, initiative, a team player.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

AA/EOE

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Qualifications

Required: 

• HT (ASCP) certification.
• High School diploma.

Preferred: 

• Associated degree as Histotechnician.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.