Histotechnician
Company: Allina Health System
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Department: 72006389 Central Lab PathologyShift: Permanent
Nights (United States of America)Hours: 40Contract: SEIU-9-Central
LabWeekend Rotation: NoneJob Profile Summary: Performs moderate and
complex specimen procedures in the areas of anatomical and surgical
pathology and immunohistochemistry. Receives, processes, and
prepares patient tissues specimens for microscopic examination and
analysis by the Pathologist; this includes logging, batching,
cutting, mounting and staining procedures. CLIA Role: Testing
Personnel Moderate complexity testing Testing Personnel High
Complexity testingJob Description:Principle
ResponsibilitiesPerforms routine and complex laboratory
procedures.Performs all routine histology functions that support
the production of microscopic slides for interpretation by a
pathologist.Accessions tissue specimens, assists Pathologist
Assistants, sections frozen tissue using a cryostat, processes and
embeds tissue specimens, performs microtomy and staining, prepares
solutions and stains, completes specialty testing using
histochemical and/or immunohistochemical techniques, and performs
quality control procedures.Assesses integrity of specimens for
testing and processing, verifying correct patient identification
and using safe and secure specimen handling.May assist with biopsy
collection.Evaluates results for accuracy and resolves test
problems.Performs and documents required instrument maintenance,
and quality control; takes appropriate remedial action.Ensures
accurate record keeping and appropriate retention.Accurate and
timely processing of specimens.Reviews orders and verifies correct
patient labeling.Performs processing with strict adherence to the
quality control and quality assurance policies.Maintains safety,
education, and competency requirements.Stocks, rotates and requests
supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability in the
work area.Performs various clerical duties.Participates in
departmental or system wide meetings, projects, or committees as
assigned.Assists in the training of employees and students.Performs
proficiency testing as assigned.Assists in Direct Observations of
staff for annual competency program.CLIA defined responsibilities:
493.1425 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Moderate
complexity. 493.1495 Standard; Testing personnel
responsibilities.Other duties as assigned.Job
RequirementsAssociate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory
science from a regionally accredited institution, and completion of
clinical internship required orVocational or Technical Training in
a comprehensive military laboratory science program required
orBachelor's degree in related science from a regionally accredited
institution + 2 years clinical lab experience in appropriate
analytic required andCLIA defined Qualifications: 493.1423
Standard; Testing personnel qualificationsCLIA defined
Qualifications: 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel
qualificationsHistotechnician, HT certification required by a
recognized agency such as ASCP or NCA within 180 Days
requiredPhysical DemandsLight Work:Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequentlyAdditional Job Description:40
hours per weekNo weekendsBenefit Eligibleby Jobble
Keywords: Allina Health System, St. Paul , Histotechnician, Other , Minneapolis, Minnesota
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