- Accessions and systematically organizes specimens to safeguard specimen identification and integrity.
- Prepares for and assists in the grossing of specimens with a pathologist.
- Supplies materials to the pathologist as needed-gloves, surgical instruments, inks, etc.
- Operates and maintains equipment in accordance with guidelines.
- Embeds, cuts, and performs routine stains on tissue sections
- Demonstrates competency in performance of routine and special stain.
- Prepares slides for reading by pathologist.
- Performs and completes frozen sections.
- Participates in routine departmental tasks.
- Maintains skills in utilization of Pathology, LIS and HIS computer system functions
- Functions in an organized and independent manner, complying with policy and procedures to cooperatively enhance department operations.
- Functions as cytopreparatory tech for preparation of gyne and non-gyne thin prep specimens.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
- Completion of the educational requirements needed to take the Histotechnician (HT) exam:
- Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited HT program within the last 5 years OR;
- Associate degree and at least 60 semester hours of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry.
- OR Associate Degree in Histotechnology.
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
- Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
- Basic Math and Keyboard Proficiency
- Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment
- Problem solving involving several variables in or from standardized situations.
- Apply technical principles. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
- High level of visual acuity (with/without correction) necessary for very close inspection and attention to minute detail, very small objects and scant variations in color
- One (1) year of clinical laboratory experience post-training is preferred.
- Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system
- Obtain HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification within fifteen (15) months of hire or transfer.
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
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Description
Job Summary/Overall ObjectivesProcesses and prepares pathology specimens to produce quality diagnostic slides for examination by a pathologist. Competent in the performance of routine and special stains.
Essential Job Functions
* orders blocks, levels, frozen sections, path determinations, photos, flow cytometry tracking, touch preps, special stains and special requests as needed
* cleans the grossing station and instruments when the pathologist is finished, maintaining the area in a safe and sanitary condition
* operates microtomes, cryostats, staining equipment, recycler, etc., as trained, and according to guidelines
* performs routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance, resolving problems as they occur
* documents maintenance as performed; assists in keeping accurate records of preventative and corrective maintenance performed by outside vendors
* labels slides accurately, ensuring positive patient identification with clear notation of slide source and stain procedure
* facilitates the distribution of slides between pathologists to provide timely progression of workflow
* performs frozen section procedure and delivers slides to pathologist in a manner that allows for a 20 minute or less turnaround time
* documents receipt and delivery of the frozen section
* follows written protocols for cleaning, defrosting and decontamination of the cryostats, documents in the QC manual
* restocks supplies as needed
* performs recycling when necessary
* maintains adequate supplies of filled specimen containers
* makes reagents, filters stains according to established protocols
* performs supply inventory and places stock and non-stock orders as needed
* uses the pathology software to document tracking issues, QA variances, etc.
* monitors reports to track specimens and/or results as needed
* handles requests from the pathologists in a timely manner.
* recognizes areas for improvement in department operations, contributes to and participates in quality management processes.
* participates in section readiness to meet CAP, JCAHO, OSHA and DOH compliance.
* maintains competency in assigned areas and completes assessments in a timely and independent manner.
* participates in continuing education programs, staff meetings, etc., as appropriate.
Required Qualifications/Experience
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law.
Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
On-Call
x
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
x
Direct Patient Care
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
Gross Grasp
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
x
Carry
x
x
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
###
10-29#
30-49#
50>50#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
###
10-19#
20-29#
30->50#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
###
10-19#
20-29#
30->50#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
###
10->50#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.