American Addiction Centers
Location
Rome, Georgia
Salary
$27 - $40 / HOUR
The Histology Technician prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists, handling frozen sections, paraffin mounts, and cytologic preparations. This role also involves determining specimen adequacy, requesting additional specimens if needed, and performing routine instrument maintenance.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent and meet experience requirements: a minimum of one year in histopathology with an Associate’s Degree, or a minimum of two years with only a High School Diploma. Required licensure includes being a Registered Histology Technician ASCP or equivalent, or being eligible for registration.
Performs quality work. Determines if specimens are adequate and requests additional specimens if necessary. Properly identifies all tissue and cytology specimens. Prepares tissue samples with proper orientation in blocks. Performs routine and special stains of tissue samples. Performs and documents quality control for staining procedures. Performs and documents routine maintenance of instruments. Demonstrates the ability to prepare quality slides from tissue blocks. Follows all Joint Commission, State of Georgia and other regulatory guidelines and standards. Displays a sense of cooperation in daily work relationships. Adapts well to change. Modifies work schedule as needed. Submits earned time request according to policy. Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with lab staff, nursing and medical staff. Assists co-workers. Demonstrates a courteous, professional demeanor. Maintains a high level of productivity. Effectively uses allotted time and resources. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Registered Histology Technician ASCP or equivalent, or eligible Education Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Required: Minimum one year in histopathology (with Associate’s Degree) Minimum two year in histopathology (with High School Diploma or Equivalent) Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries weight up to 50 pounds. Ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols with vision and hearing within normal range to respond to Code alerts and equipment alarms. Work-related stress due to volume and time constraints with irregular working hours. Preferred Job
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