What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician position at Pinehurst Medical Clinic?
Pinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC)
PMC is a recognized healthcare provider in the communities of Moore County, Lee County, Cumberland County, Chatham County, and the surrounding six counties. Locally owned and managed, PMC offers a broad range of primary and specialty care services to the communities we serve. The physicians and healthcare team of professionals at PMC share a commitment to patient-centered care that is physician-led and utilizes the latest advances in medical technology. This combination of leading-edge medicine and deep compassion for the people we serve has been a hallmark of PMC since 1952. PMC consists of over 130 providers, approximately 750 employees, and 16 locations.
What will you do as a PMC Histology Technician
As a PMC Medical Histology Technician, you will serve as an essential part of the patient’s experience by performing various routine laboratory functions in a precise and accurate fashion. Performing all aspects of the daily operation of the histology laboratory including processing, embedding, slide preparation, staining, antibody titer preparation, equipment maintenance, supply and reagent inventory maintenance, and record retention.
A day in the life of a PMC Histology Technician may include:
- Accurately confirm positive identification of all specimens and associated paperwork received at the Histology Lab
- Ensures all correct clinical data/information is entered into the computer system (i.e. order entry, patient demographics, and/or results.)
- Perform of all aspects of the histology staining from login in the specimen appropriately to the preparation of the properly labeled completed stain
- Preparation of materials for staining, including cutting paraffin sections.
- Properly embed processed tissue.
- Cut and stain re-cut slides, special stains, and immunohistochemical stains.
- Maintenance of appropriate reagent and supply inventory needed for the staining procedures.
- Being a key piece in the PMC mission by providing the highest quality of care to our patients and the communities we serve.
Required Qualifications
- Associate or Baccalaureate degree in biology or a related field required. Certified HT or HLT by ASCP required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Histo Tech preferred.
Shift: Day Shift (Monday through Friday) no weekends or holidays
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.00
Pay Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
The Pinehurst Medical Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.