Category:

Lab

City:

Jackson

State:

Tennessee

Shift:

0 - Day (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

<h2><b>Overview</b></h2><div><div><div><p>Responsible for preparing tissue sections from surgical, autopsy, biopsy, and research material for pathologists and maintaining the efficiency of the department. Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematics and basic knowledge of the sciences as normally acquired through an Associates Degree or the equivalent. Candidates with multiple years of Histology experience in immunohistochemical stains and special procedures, without a degree, will be considered. Certification as HT (ASCP) required. Under the supervision of the Assistant Supervisor/Histology Manager, responsible for the assigned shift as scheduled. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call back by the department as designated by the hospital.</p></div></div></div>

Responsibilities

Obtains and records specimens from surgery and assures their proper preservation and proper storage.
Operates tissue processing equipment.
Cuts, stains, and mounts tissue sections, including special fixation and stains.
Maintains records and files on all accessions.
Prepares reagents and stains.
Assists pathologist in the cutting room or with renal biopsies.
Maintains work area, including frozen section room, and orders supplies and chemicals.
Prepares daily records of tissue blocks, records of special stains, and a monthly frozen section report.
Performs established preventative maintenance of equipment used in the section, maintains records, and reports equipment failures to the supervisor.
Accurately identifies specimens and maintains the identity throughout the preparation process.
Troubleshoots technical problems as directed by supervisor.
Contributes to the positive work climate and overall team effort of the department.
Pour-over and transport hazardous flammable waste to the hazardous waste drum collection area on the lab dock as needed.
Performs immunohistochemical stains.
 

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematics and basic knowledge of the sciences as normally acquired through an Associates Degree or the equivalent. Candidates with multiple years of Histology experience in immunohistochemical stains and special procedures, without a degree, will be considered.  
LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Certification as HT (ASCP).  
EXPERIENCE: One year of prior experience or training in a Histology Program and knowledge of the hospital and departmental policies. Certification as HT (ASCP). Candidates with multiple years of demonstrated experience in immunostains, without certification, will be considered.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.