Histotechnician-Pathology Lab

Job Requirements

Position Summary

Performs functions involved in preparing slides for various body tissues following surgery or autopsy for study by the pathologists assists with problem solving, procedure development and regulatory readiness.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• HT with ASCP nationally recognized certification, 5 years'' experience or Certified HT and Associate Degree and appropriate certification plus 2 yrs. experience in histopathology

Experience

• See above

License/Registration/Certifications

• HT (ASCP)

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• N/A

Preferred Experience

• N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

• N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

• Performs functions involved in preparing slides for various body tissues following surgery or autopsy for study by the pathologists assists with problem solving, procedure development and regulatory readiness.
• Performs special staining techniques as may be required. Perform duties as assigned.
• Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families and visitors ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.
• Compliance: understands and complies with the Code of conduct and department policies, procedures and regulations.
• Whiles these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.