In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Histology Coordinator is responsible for performing daily operations of histology laboratory and cytology preparation procedures as needed, on patient specimens submitted for the diagnoses of disease.  The Histology Coordinator maintains specimen identity and integrity, produces high quality stained slides using standardized procedures to meet the Pathologist’s requirements for microscopic evaluation, and performs quality control and preventative maintenance according to established policy.  In addition, the Histology Coordinator trains and performs competency assessments on employees as well as assisting supervisor with regulatory readiness.  This position interacts with patient populations from neonate to elderly; with patients of all types of illnesses. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

 

Job Functions:

Duties associated with daily operation of the Histology Laboratory (assist w/frozen, gross of small specimens, immunohistochemistry, etc.) including coverage of staffing shortages. Trains new employees and performs technical competency on all employees. Competent in cytology (GYN and non-GYN) preparation procedures on patient specimens submitted for the diagnoses of disease. Verifies billing for specimens sent out to a third party pathology source (i.e.: Neogenomics) Assist supervisor with monthly QM data for Pathology Lab and the hospital. Acts as the Key Operator on all equipment and Instrumentation and includes troubleshooting, replacement and validation. Assist supervisor with regulatory compliance and College of American Pathologist inspection readiness as well as implementing new policies and procedures. Assist supervisor assigning CAP surveys & scan into Media Lab for approval. Performs high quality control and preventative maintenance according to established policy. Reviews and signs all electronic document control records as assigned. Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.