Histology Technician Per Diem

Histology Technician Per Diem

Lab Surgical

The Histology Technician Per Diem will:

• Process all specimens.
  • Set up tissue processor in predetermined sequence in accordance with established Department procedures.
  • Replace chemicals on a regular basis in accordance with established Department procedures.
  • Set instruments for defined timing sequence as observed by actual time out in the A.M. in accordance with established Department procedures.
  • Maintain familiarity with procedure/policy for referred biopsy specimens.
• Embed processed tissue samples.
  • Prepare molds for tissue samples in accordance with established Department procedures.
  • Embed tissue samples in accordance with established Department procedures.
• Cut, mount, stain and label slides and match to corresponding requisition form.
  • Prepare and mount wrinkle- free sections.
  • Cut section of four to five (4-5) micron thickness.
  • Deparafinize sections completely.
  • Change all staining solutions and prepares special stains as needed.
  • Perform a wide variety of special stains.
  • Check Q.C. slides/special stain slides for adequacy of staining properties.
  • Perform special stains within established timeframe.
• Maintain daily reports.
  • Record number of blocks per day as evidenced by daily inspection of log book.
  • Record number of slides per day as evidenced by daily inspection of log book.
  • Record number of Special Stains per day as evidenced by daily inspection of log book.
• Store files and blocks.
  • Accurately file slides and blocks in strict numerical order.
• Maintain equipment and Quality Control.
  • Record temperature on tissue processor on a daily basis.
  • Record temperatures of water and paraffin baths on a daily basis.
• Attend and participate in continuing education in-services.
  • Attend and participate in all mandatory in-service seminars.
  • Attend and participate in continuing education seminars as scheduled.
• Participate in training and instructing Residents and new employees.
  • Train and instruct Residents and new employees in response to Department needs.
• Maintain an orderly and efficient work area.
  • Conform to safety protocols as outlined in the safety and chemical hygiene plans.
  • Demonstrate good laboratory hygiene according to departmental policy with no more than two documented instances of non-compliance.
  • Conform to laboratory dress code.
  • Participate in yearly formaldehyde/kylene badge checks.

Grade 121

• One year training in approved Histology program.
• Eligible for ASCP Histology registry/equivalent training and experience required.