Histology Technician receives and prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures and pathologist review. Performs histological procedures including accessioning, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining. Being a Histology Technician maintains accurate tissue and slide records. Cleans and maintains instruments and work areas. Additionally, Histology Technician complies with established laboratory policies for universal precautions and safety. Requires an associate degree in biology, related science, or equivalent. Typically requires completion of an accredited histotechnology program. Requires ASCP Histotechnician certification (HT). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Histology Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The histology labs are CAP/CLIA certified labs offering full histology services from frozen section diagnosis, gross and microscopic examination and interpretation of tissue specimens that include biopsies, surgical excisions and large resections. We also offer a large selection of special stains and a comprehensive list of immunohistochemistry stains as well as in situ hybridization
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Prepares histology material for pathologist review.
- Prepares histology material using established departmental procedures and demonstrating high quality technical skills.
- Produces histology materials at or above productivity standards.
- Assists in training new laboratory personnel
Specimen preparation/Laboratory informatics/Safety
- Assists with all aspects of specimen processing including identifying, sorting and labeling of blocks and slides.
- Uses laboratory informatics system to document workflow, track and identify specimens.
- Performs all laboratory duties following established safety guidelines.
Quality Control, New Equipment/Solution Preparation
- Review patient material as part of section quality assurance and participates in laboratory quality control processes.
- Evaluates new equipment; procedures and techniques and participates in implementation.
- Prepares reagents and solutions.
- Maintains and cleans laboratory and equipment.
Other duties as required.