Histotechnician - On Call - Brookfield, United States - Quest Diagnostics
Description
Histotechnician I - Brookfield, WI - On Call
- Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs limited activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)
- Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
- Performs limited embedding and microtomy under direct supervision.
- Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
- Graduates of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program can perform special stains.
- Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
- Perform specimen preparation on nongynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on nongynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of noncomplex equipment.
- Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
- Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
- Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CMS and CAP regulations.
- Maintain a clean and wellorganized work area.
- Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience:
1 year of experience in a histology or related laboratory setting
Preferred Work Experience:
Previous experience as a histotechnician
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
Knowledge:
Basic medical terminology
Work Location:
In person
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