Responsibilities:

• Transports prepared tissue specimens to the Histology Laboratory and places on the automatic tissue processor.
• Processes specimens, embeds and sections embedded specimens using a microtome.
• Performs routine stains, special stains procedures and enzymehistochemistry stains.
• Mounts, labels and distributes prepared microscope slides to pathologists or to appropriate areas for interpretation.
• Prepares reagents buffers, solutions and stains.
• Replaces reagents and performs daily maintenance on processors.
• Performs tests, data entry of patient and specimen information and collect statistics or review patient information through computer programs.
• Maintains cleanliness and quality of assigned instrumentation and equipment.
• Completes and maintains preventative maintenance and troubleshooting records.
• Repairs instruments/equipment or initiates requests for instrument/equipment repair or service through vendors or Clinical Engineering.
• Sections frozen tissue specimens using the cryostat.
• Files surgical and autopsy blocks as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Must be ASCP certification eligible in the field of histology.

Certifications:

• Must be American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification eligible in the field of Histology (HT).

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills and the ability to work in stressful time-critical situations during frozen section procedures.

 Work Experience:

• None required.
• One year preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity when handling specimens, slides and utilizing instrumentation.
• Ability to safely handle potentially infectious patient specimens, carcinogenic substances, odorous and other hazardous materials to which they may be exposed.
• Typical physical demands include ability to sit, stand or walk extensively.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.