Histology Technician - St. Thomas, United States - LabMinds Staffing & Recruiting, LLC

Description

• Performs a wide variety of histological and cytological tests and procedures including collection, preparation, observation and processing of tests which provide data for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the duties of the position and is cognizant of the philosophy, standards, objectives, and policies of the facility and their respective Department.
• Performs all testing (patient, quality control, proficiency) which includes, but not limited to: gross surgical analysis, embedding, microtomy sectioning, staining and cytology prep, in a timely manner and maintains standards for stats and timed testing.
• Completes work during shift and leaves minimal amount for next shift without compromising the quality of care.
• Able to locate and demonstrate the use of department resources such as quality control logs, temperature logs, policy manuals, PM logs, PI logs, SDS sheets.
• Performs and documents daily maintenance on instruments, calibration verification, and ensures availability of reagents and controls.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and uses the incident reporting process as part of performance improvement.
• Complies with all quality assurance policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control.
• Complies with all quality assurance policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control.
• Interacts professionally with department members, physicians, staff and administration and assists the laboratory team in meeting the strategic goals.
• Monitors specimen tracking and workflow using specimen tracking reports including in-house as well as send out consultations.
• Performs all other related duties as required and assigned

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and an Associate Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or higher from an accredited college or university
• Valid Medical Laboratory Technician license from ASCP or equivalent

• LabMinds provides professional liability and workers compensation coverage
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Travel Allowance
• Referral Bonuses