Histology Tech - Pathology Lab

Position: Histology Tech I - Pathology Lab
Location: City of White Plains

** Essential Job functions**:
** General

Job functions:

*** Other job duties as required.
** Physical

Job Requirements:

*** Endurance  (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking)
* Dexterity of hands and fingers
** Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
*** Associate’s degree required.
* 2-4 years experience required.
* HT degree or equivalent Certification as a lab technologist under CLIA
* HT or HTL (ASCP) preferred.
* NY State License required.
* Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
* Ability to use critical thinking skills; develop, plan, and organize successful projects required.
* Ability to function autonomously and is an independent decision maker required.
* Experience with performing gross descriptions on biopsy specimens preferred.
* Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
* Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
* Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) preferred.
* Broad knowledge of tests performed, and equipment utilized in the laboratory
* Ability to deal with confidential information with the utmost discretion.
* Strong customer service skills are necessary to deal courteously and effectively with administration, peers and the public.
* Sufficient technical ability to be able to troubleshoot independently.
* Embeds, cuts, stains and performs other tasks required to process tissue in the Histology lab.
* Performs necessary tests for each sample as required.  Follows standard operating procedures for all testing.
* Performs accurate gross description on tissue samples.
* Operates all instruments/equipment according to accepted written procedures.
* Registers and processes cases in the LIS; prints worksheets and labels.
* Meets acceptable turnaround time and productivity standards for the section.
* Recognizes testing errors/discrepancies or problems and notifies appropriate personnel; assists in problem resolution.
* Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the LIS and its application to all aspects of job related functions.
* Recognizes and resolves computer problems. Recognizes and resolves other problems or inconsistencies.
* Ensures that records are accurate, complete, legible, and appropriately filed and stored.
* Recognizes and identifies instrument/ equipment problems.
* Resolves instrument/ equipment problems or contacts appropriate technical service.
* Performs and documents all routine and non-routine maintenance according to Standard Operating Procedures.
* Maintains a clean, neat and orderly workplace including instrument and general laboratory equipment.
* Performs and documents Quality Control daily according to established laboratory protocol.
* Performs proficiency testing, as requested.
* Reviews quantities and expiration dates of all supplies. Verifies receipt, labels records and stores supplies received.
* Has knowledge of other Summit Health Medical Group computer systems in order to obtain clinical information.
* Prepares reagents as needed.
* Assists with training new employees.
* Ensures that all testing performed under his/her supervision is according to established, approved procedures and quality control policies.
* Ensures that all testing is done under optimal conditions (ie. Instruments functioning properly; reagents in good condition and proper technique followed.)
* Embed tissue specimen using best technique possible to make sure that tissue is properly oriented onto the block.
* Cut paraffin blocks meeting section protocol according to tissue site.
* Assist with special stains and tissue control slides for special stains and immunohistochemistry.
* Change and/or rotate reagents on tissue processors, Leica stainer as needed, with daily QC.
* Record daily Quality Control of all instruments used, maintaining proper documentation of record temperatures, instruments cleaning, and troubleshooting.
* Investigates and resolves problems; informs laboratory manager of any and all serious problems.
* File Surgical Blocks daily.
* Maintains Distilled Water System QC and in working condition at all times.
* Assist…