Summary

The Histology Technician is responsible for the prompt and accurate processing of all tissue specimens. This includes assisting the pathologist with gross examination of histology specimens, cutting and staining frozen sections, and cross-trained in processing cytology specimens for the Cytotechnologist. The Histotech’s responsibilities also include documentation of quality control and quality assurance reports as specified by regulatory agencies as well as requested by clients and management.

The Histology Technician must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to interact with various ages of clients served in the course and scope of his/her job duties. These age populations may include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position may require direct patient care. However, in the course and scope of the regular job duties, this individual may be required to interface with patients, family members and the public at-large. Assessment of the skills necessary to communicate with various age populations is addressed on the corresponding competency assessment.

• Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology preferred, or equivalent in structured training
• HT(ASCP) preferred, or equivalent
• Must meet Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA ’88) requirements for testing personnel in a high complexity testing laboratory
• Knowledge of the human anatomy
• Knowledge of histology/cytology staining procedures-Ability to use a Cryostat
• Ability to use computers (i.e. Microsoft Office, LIS systems)
• Previous experience as a Histology Technician preferred
• Previous experience with Fine Needle Aspirate procedures (i.e. assisting Physicians)

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