Processes and prepares tissue specimens for pathologist examination by embedding, sectioning, staining, coverslipping, and labeling slides. Performs special stains, maintains specimen records and tissue archives, monitors supplies and reagents, cleans and maintains histology areas and equipment, and supports quality procedures. Enters patient and test information, prepares send-out specimens, identifies instrument issues, and retrieves specimens from surgical and GI departments. Requires ASCP certification and travel between facilities as needed.
The Histotechnician (HT) works under the supervision of the Director and department lead, to process tissue specimens for examination by the pathologists, maintain the areas used for tissue examinations, perform special stains, maintain an accurate log of the specimens, maintain files of blocks and tissue slides, monitor the supplies and reagents as necessary and Rotatescall. Gives excellent customer service.
Responsibilities- Embed, section, make slides, stain, coverslip, and label tissues for examination by the pathologists.
- Inventory, order, and stock supplies and clean pathology grossing areas, frozen section rooms, histology area and maintain all equipment. Maintains policy and procedures are current for the department.
- Perform special stains as directed by the pathologists.
- Take telephone calls and prepare specimens for send out. Perform computer operations necessary to enter patient information, order tests and charge for procedures.
- Recognizes instrument issues, malfunction and takes appropriate action.
- Participates in evaluation of new testing.
- Prepare and maintain the quality of Histology and cytology stains and reagents.
- Maintain files of tissue blocks and slides.
- Pick up specimen from surgery and GI Lab as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Education
- H.S. Diploma - Required
- Associate's Degree - Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
Work Experience
- 2 Years - Related experience - Required
- Training orientation will be up to eight weeks. - Required
Licenses and Certifications
- Histotechnician (HT) - ASCP - Required Upon Hire Or
- Histotechnologist (HTL) - ASCP - Required Upon Hire
Travel Requirements
- Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required
Skills and Abilities
Essential Technical/Motor Skills
- Precise hand/ eye coordination is necessary to prepare and process specimens.
Interpersonal Skills
- Effective communication skills and ability to interact with patients, staff, visitors, physicians, etc.
- Must work well as a team member.
Essential Physical Requirements
- Ability to move between lab and other departments.
- Ability to stand and\or sit for long periods of time while working at instruments.
- Ability to bend and\or sit, stoop and lift 20-30 pounds.
Essential Mental Abilities
- Ability to follow rules\ instructions such as procedures for processing specimens.
Essential Sensory Requirements
- Ability to see and to distinguish color.
Exposure to Hazards
- Infectious body fluids, hazardous chemicals and fumes.
Other Skills and Abilities
Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by providing the right care at the right time and place, offering high value and quality health care.
Mosaic has a wide array of benefits to meet each employee’s individual needs. Our benefits were designed by listening to people just like you. Mosaic also offers several perks with a focus on ensuring our employees feel valued, including concierge services, employee lounge, wellness programs, free covered parking, free on-site and virtual health clinics and many more. When paired with compensation and recognition, it is what continues to make us the employer of choice for employees at any stage of their journey.
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