Per Diem Histology Technician - Gastroenterology

Per Diem Histotechnologist

Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.

• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.

• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.

• May perform gross tissue examination (high complexity testing) if meets personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493. 1489 and the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP.

• Ensure proper tissue processing.

• Embed processed tissue in paraffin.

• Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.

• Prepare slides for routine staining.

• Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated.

• Ability to prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.

• May be required to obtain and validate control tissue used in special stains.

• Maybe required to perform special stain procedures.

• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.

• Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies, and documents all quality control activities.

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill of histology

• Works autonomously

• Critical thinking skills including problem solving and trouble shooting skills

AA, AS, BS degree or equivalent training and experience

HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred

3 years or more of Histology experience as a Histotechnologist

Science Background (CLIA High Complexity Testing regulations) required

Works well as a member of a group

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization