umhealthwest
Location
Grandville, Michigan
The Histology Technician is responsible for preparing tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation by the pathologist. This includes tasks such as tissue sampling, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining.
A Bachelor of Science Degree is preferred along with successful completion of an approved ASCP certified Histology Program. HT certification or eligibility is required, and previous experience in Histology is preferred but not mandatory.
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On-call: Yes
Weekends: No
The Histologic Technician is responsible for the preparation of tissue specimens for microscopic evaluation by the pathologist by means of tissue sampling, processing, embedding, microtomy, routine staining, and diagnostic special staining. Mohs experience preferred.
Bachelor of Science Degree preferred. Successful completion of an approved ASCP certified Histology Program. HT certification (ASCP or equivalent) or eligible. Previous experience in Histology equivalent to 3 years full time experience in the past 10 years is preferred but not required. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Demonstrates the ability to follow established department policies and procedures in an accurate and precise manner. Receives and logs in tissue specimens utilizing correct charging guidelines. Creates log sheet for each day of operation so that additional billing and procedure charges may be added on the log sheet. Correctly adds additional charges to accounts when applicable. Utilizes proper specimen labeling techniques to identify and label specimen container, requisition form, and tissue cassettes. Verifies that the identity of each specimen is maintained at all times during processing and examination. Assists the pathologist with the gross description of, and if applicable, the photography of more complicated specimens. Prepares tissue slides and stains them according to policy and procedure. Creates slide labels. Properly labels all slides and performs quality control check using specimen log sheet. Delivers slides to pathologist. Demonstrates the ability to prepare specimens by frozen section technique within established turnaround time. Is rated satisfactory in all special staining techniques as determined by review from the supervisor and/or pathologist. Performs other duties as needed.
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