Position Summary                                                                                                                                                                            

Performs Histological technical procedures using manual and automated techniques to achieve high quality Pathology slides for review by Pathologists.

 Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:                                                                                                                                                                              Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. Performs embedding and sectioning of tissue blocks following section protocol as to biopsies, routine, etc. Evaluates routine stain daily (H&E), reviews for inconsistencies and confirms and/or corrects before releasing slides. Performs Special Stains and evaluates for inconsistencies and confirms and/or correct before releasing slides, Checks positive controls and documents on run log(s). Performs Immunohistochemistries, and evaluates for inconsistencies and confirms and/or correct before releasing slides, Checks positive and negative controls and documents on run log(s). Performs routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting procedures on all instrumentation. Lines up and verifies embedded paraffin blocks against block log for technologists to cut. Performs QC of paraffin blocks vs. routine stained slides with documentation on block log. Performs frozen sections as needed. Downloads and Prints cassettes for surgical specimens as needed. Assist in submitting surgical tissue specimens – making sure that patient data is verified against the specimen label, specimen container, and LIS information. Enters block information in to Meditech to include number of cassettes and pieces of tissue per cassette Record daily Quality Control of all instruments used in job description, with proper documentation such as temperature, cleaning records, and troubleshooting with proper documentation in the Troubleshooting Log Book. Maintain inventory of supplies/reagents within your job description and order supplies/reagents accordingly. Participates in external (CAP) and internal proficiency testing. Participates in the evaluation of new products and procedures as required/request Participates in the Quality Control Program for reagents and tests. Knowledgeable in LIS applications for Histology/Cytology to perform job duties Performs all other related duties as assigned.  Education & Experience Requirements                                                                                                                                                                              NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or NYS PA License required. Degree in Medical Technology or related science preferred with one year of relevant hospital experience in Histology. ASCP preferred  Core Competencies                                                                                                                                                                             

Flexibility Organized Adaptability Attention to Detail Stress Tolerance

 Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment                                                                                                                                                                                May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc. Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periods Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time.

 

 

 Primary Population Served                                                                                                                                                                             

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Neonatal (birth – 28 days) Patients with exceptional communication needs Infant (29 days – less than 1 year) Patients with developmental delays Pediatric (1 – 12 years) Patients at end of life Adolescent (13 – 17 years) Patients under isolation precautions Adult (18 – 64 years) Patients with cultural needs Geriatric (> 65 years)

☒All populations

Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities Non-patient care population

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

Salary Range: $93,873.00-$120,685.50 (based on full-time employment)