About this role
Under limited supervision, prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis.
• Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis. • Gross, process, embed, cut, and stain surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review. • Performs complex histologic procedures and analyzes and corrects problems using established scientific principles. • Reviews, records and analyzes data in order to make judgments. • Maintains instruments, utilizing established protocols. • Follows established policies and procedures. • Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Experience using automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes, and other lab equipment. • Recent experience working with a wide variety of tissues in a laboratory or clinical setting. • Exhibits accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work for quality. • Ability to work independently with strong attention to accuracy and detail. • Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED is required.
EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of histological experience is required. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) required.