Certified Histotechnologist

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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Accessions and prioritizes specimens delivered from various departments.
• Assists with grossing and intraoperative frozen diagnosis when necessary.
• Prepares specimen for microscopic evaluation, including processing, embedding and microtomy.
• Performs routine H&E, special stains and immunohistochemical stains.
• Performs quality control review of all slides and assesses established controls and troubleshoots performance, prior to releasing to pathologist.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation utilized to prepare histological and cytological specimens.
• Prepares all reagents, stains, and solutions required for both routine and complex histological procedures in accordance with standard written procedures.
• Maintains documentation of all specimens, stain quality and instrumentation quality control.
• Processes and ship specimens to referral laboratories.
• Performs the duties of the Autopsy Assistant when required.
• Participates in the maintenance of adequate inventory of supplies and reagents.
• Participates in the education of residents, students, and junior staff members.
• Participates in the CAP (College of American Pathologists) surveys and inspection preparedness.
• May be asked to perform/supervise more complex procedures within the histology laboratory.
• Participate in optimization and validation of instrumentation or procedures.
• Complies with hospital/laboratory safety and infection control additional policies and procedures. Reports safety incidents to the supervisor.
• Follows Standard Precautions when dealing with blood and body fluids.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Board Certified Histotechnologist experience preferred in Histology/Anatomic Pathology.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Histotechnologist (HTL) (ASCP) AND
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, AND successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program.
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological science or chemistry, OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, AND one year of full time acceptable clinical experience in a histopathology laboratory OR one year of full time acceptable veterinary, industry or research experience in a histopathology laboratory OR completion of a two-part structured histology program of at least nine months that includes both classroom (didactic) training and a minimum of 480 hours of acceptable clinical experience in a histopathology laboratory.
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, AND successful completion of a 50 week U.S. military histotechnician training course.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exhibits strong attention to detail. Performs work with minimal errors, regardless of daily volume.
• Ability to use Excel, Word, Access, and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to handle unexpected situations and exercise appropriate independent thought and action to resolve the situation.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated in positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to observe client confidentiality.
• Knowledge of acceptable Histology laboratory testing theory and techniques, normal and abnormal laboratory testing results, knowledge of regulatory standards as set forth by CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, CMS, OSHA, and CLSI.
• Instrumental maintenance knowledge, knowledge of handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills, needed to prioritize specimen processing promptly.

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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