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Job Objective: A brief overview of the position.
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The position prepares and stains tissue sections from surgical and cytological material for microscopic interpretation by the pathologist.
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Reports to
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Histology Supervisor
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Supervises
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N/A
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Ages of Patients
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Neonate/ Infant
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Pediatric
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Geriatric
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Blood Borne Pathogens
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High Potential
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Qualifications
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Education
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Required: Graduate of an accredited school of Histologic Technique or 9 mos on the job training under Board certified Pathologist
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Licensure/Certification
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Preferred: Graduate of an accredited school of Histology or registry-eligible, ASCP CA state certification
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Experience
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Preferred: 1 year working as a certified histology technician or 2 years completion of training under Board certified Pathologist
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Essential Responsibilities
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Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
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Processes surgical specimens in accordance with established procedures
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Processes all necessary paperwork, assuring appropriate reporting
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Embeds, sections, and stains tissue for microscopic interpretation by the pathologist
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Performs frozen sections and staining as needed
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Utilizes Laboratory Information Systems as appropriate
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Disinfects and maintains work areas and instrumentation as needed
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Performs preventative maintenance procedures
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Demonstrates proficiency on Laboratory equipment and instrumentation
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Complies with hospital and Laboratory safety policies and procedures
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Performs general duties in grossing area as needed
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Performs quality control and maintains records
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Assists in ordering, maintaining, and restocking of supplies
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Monitors block and slide storage and disposal
- Performs other duties as necessary.
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