Histology Tech

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for performing complex testing on a wide variety of tissue to produce

high quality microscopic slides for diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Histology Technician is to perform quality histology services. They are

responsible for assuring that services are provided in a manner that is consistent with Ohio County Hospital

policies, procedures and the purpose, vision, and values.

PURPOSE OF JOB: The Histology Technician must be able to assist the pathologist with the transportation

and processes tissue specimens for embedding, staining, cover slipping, and labeling according to procedures.

Adheres to legal compliance and other regulatory policies.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: This job description describes the general nature and level of work

required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties,

responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the

general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be

assigned as needed. Some duties listed by not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position. Training is provided relevant to the population served, based on scope of care of the services assigned. Ohio County Healthcare is committed to providing outstanding care here with a safe working environment including training and access to personal protective equipment necessary to this position. While performing duties of this position, occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is present for all employees. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: · Maintains accurate and complete records for all histology testing, quality control, and results. · Verifies accuracy of specimen identity and test order. · Files all slides, and tissue blocks according to procedure. · Maintains adequate supply inventories by rotating stock and checking for expiration dates. · Prepares solutions and reagents in accordance with standard procedures. · Transports and processes tissue specimen of embedding, staining, cover slipping, and labeling according to procedures. · Performs frozen sections of specimens selected by physicians or pathologists. · Assist in delivery of physician reports via phone or internal distribution in a timely manner. Copies and distributes pathology reports and mails out report copies and slides for consultation according to protocol. · May perform grossing procedures once competency and training has been completed. · Practices proper telephone techniques by identifying self, department, and directing calls and messages to correct destination.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. EDUCATION: High School Diploma or Equivalent (May be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6-months)

2. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: Preferred: at least 2 years experience in like position

3. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

· Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

· Work under minimal supervision.

· Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.