Histotechnologist - Kansas City, United States - The University of Kansas Hospital

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Position TitleHistotechnologistBell HospitalPosition Summary /

Career Interest:

Histotechnologist are members of the laboratory team who prepare tissue specimens for evaluation by preparing glass stained slides of human tissue for microscopic examination.

A Pathologist then uses these complex techniques to establish and confirm a patient diagnosis. The tasks performed by the histotechnologist require patience, mechanical ability and a strong knowledge of the biological sciences.

There are five intricate steps which include: 1) Grossing/Fixation, 2) Processing, 3) Embedding, 4)Sectioning and 5) Staining; each an integral part of the histotechnologists' job. Additional duties may include Immunohistochemistry and Digital Imaging.


Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of a Histotechnologist, orients tissue samples during embedding process and places tissue specimens in paraffin blocks.
• Under the direct supervision of a Histotechnologist, performs tissue microtomy; cuts thins sections of tissue and mounts them on a glass microscope slide.
• Performs routine H&E staining procedures and coverslips glass slides.
• Under the direct supervision of a Histotechnologist, performs Histochemical stains.
• Disposes of bio-hazardous materials, chemical waste, sharps, and other potential hazardous materials according to policy.
• Demonstrates technical competence with LIS, EMR, and PC.
• Assists with equipment maintenance, documentation of quality control, and rotation of tissue processor solutions.
• Follows regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standards; adheres to all policies and procedures.
• Accurately prepares, labels, and stores reagents, controls, and specimens for analysis.
• Completes education requirements and course work and submits appropriate documentation where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTSRequired:

• HT/HTL ASCP registration (or eligible with the requirement to pass the boards within 6 months of hire)
• High school graduate and completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program ORAA degree or 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry and 1 full year of recent experience in histopathology.
• May grandfather into this position with high school education only if working in a Histology Laboratory prior to January 2, 2005.
• Technical/Professional Training/Degree in HistotechnologyPreferred:
• BS degree in biologic science, chemistry, physical science or medical technology

Time Type:

Full timeJob Requisition ID:

R-33299We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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