The Histology Technician 2 orients and embeds pathology specimens to ensure optimal sectioning. Performs all clerical and computer tasks necessary to support department quality operations and performs routine/special staining procedures/cover-slips and appropriately labeling slides and reviewing stain quality microscopically. Prioritizes testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner while maintaining proper accurate records of all tests done in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations. Communicates to maintain team knowledge, demonstrate knowledge of regulatory standards in order to satisfy compliance requirements and participate in professional growth opportunities to enhance personal, team and department development.
Shift: Days
Hours: Sat & Sunday 5am - 1pm
Location: Juniper Street, Fairfax Virginia
Requirements for consideration:
Minimum Education:
- High School diploma equivalent
Years of Experience:
Certification:
- ASCP Histotechnician (HT); Exception: Not required if minimum of 3 years HT experience
Job Responsibilities
- Maintains accurate documentation such as variance forms, process specimen logs, equipment maintenance logs, etc.
- Recognizes and identifies different gross tissue structures to ensure proper orientation.
- Ensures that the tissue is embedded according to standard operating procedures.
- Communicates STAT cases, discrepancies and assists with continuous workflow.
- Embeds 35 – 40 quality cassettes per hour. Cuts 20 – 25 quality slides per hour.
- Meets any continuing education requirements to maintain certification(s) or as required by department.
- Other duties as assigned.
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