JOB SUMMARY:
The Histotechnician performs all duties of histology including: embedding, cutting, staining, cover slipping, microtomy and case management of the daily slides. This position is responsible for performing special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures as directed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Embed all types of tissue
- Section all types of paraffin embedded tissue
- Follow set protocols and procedures for embedding and microtomy
- Keep embedding area, microtome, and workstation clean and clutter free and maintain proper QC
- Maintain fresh solutions, stains and/or re-agents
- Perform special stain and/or IHC procedures as directed
- Assist with case assembly and distribution as needed
- File blocks and slides as needed
- Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste
- Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
- Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
- Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.
EDUCATION & LICENSURE:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must have completed on the job histology training or documented formal histology training.
- Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification if appropriate.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of one year experience working in a histology lab, performing microtomy and/or embedding is required.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Completed on-the-job or formal histology training
- Minimum of one year experience in a histology lab performing microtomy and/or embedding
- Ability to embed, section, stain, cover slip, and perform microtomy
- Perform special stains and immunohistochemistry procedures as directed
- Maintain QC, fresh solutions/reagents, and clean workstations
- Proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste and adherence to laboratory safety procedures
- Familiarity with Corporate Compliance Program, Privacy and Security policies, and protection of PHI
- Maintain appropriate continuing education for certification if applicable
What We Do
PathGroup is an industry-leading provider of comprehensive anatomic, clinical, and molecular pathology services in the United States. It serves as the pathology provider for over 250 hospitals and thousands of physician groups and surgery centers. Physician-led and physician-centered, PathGroup is designed to work seamlessly with medical practices, providing direct consultation and high-quality laboratory testing and results.
