Ochsner Health
Histotechnician/Histotechnologist
Ochsner Health, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Overview
This job receives and accesses surgical, biopsy and autopsy specimens for routine tissue processing and subsequent microscopic examination. It routinely embeds tissues in paraffin, cuts/stains/labels slides, and performs special procedures such as special stains, plastic procedures, immunoperoxidase, undecalcified bone processing, photography of gross specimens and high complexity testing such as Immunohistochemistry. The role also includes developing new procedures and evaluating reagents and equipment; following test plans, coordinating internal validations and teaching staff in problem-solving situations; providing ongoing education to laboratory staff and auditing operations for quality control; and serving as a consultant tech and assisting the Laboratory Supervisor as needed.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.
Qualifications
Education Required - Bachelor's Degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, Physical, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science
Work Experience Required - None
Certifications Required - Histotechnologist (HTL) (ASCP) registration Required - Current Louisiana license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Specialist or Generalist
Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
Properly orients tissue in paraffin embedding medium ensuring all surfaces (epidermis, dermis, mucosal, lumen and inked margins) are embedded and sectioned on the same plane.
Prepares tissue or slides for Special Procedures such as send outs, EM, IF, Cell Flow, Cytogenetic, including packaging, arranging transportation, documentation and billing.
Maintains an adequate cut supply of Positive control slides and documents on the QC log with case number and QC date.
Assists in managing workload and productivity by adjusting schedules when necessary.
Completes Pathologist’s, Supervisor’s and management requests within 24 hours, notifying them of any delay.
Cleans and maintains reagents, tissue processors, embedding center, microtomy equipment, H&E stainer and immunostainers; keeps work areas clean and documents QC as required; accommodates special needs of the section by volunteering for tasks as needed.
Follows safety guidelines and documents incidents appropriately.
Adapts communication and behavior to the specific patient population with respect for privacy and appropriate explanation of services or procedures.
Other related duties as required.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Medium work: exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently; greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands; manual dexterity; stand or sit for prolonged periods.
Must be able to travel between facilities.
Duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue; risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Work Environment and Compliance Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including reporting of any unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety and privacy, and other compliance-related concerns.
Additional Information Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today. Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. This position is remote or on-site as determined by the job posting. This description may be amended at any time.
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.
Qualifications
Education Required - Bachelor's Degree in Histotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, Physical, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science
Work Experience Required - None
Certifications Required - Histotechnologist (HTL) (ASCP) registration Required - Current Louisiana license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Specialist or Generalist
Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
Properly orients tissue in paraffin embedding medium ensuring all surfaces (epidermis, dermis, mucosal, lumen and inked margins) are embedded and sectioned on the same plane.
Prepares tissue or slides for Special Procedures such as send outs, EM, IF, Cell Flow, Cytogenetic, including packaging, arranging transportation, documentation and billing.
Maintains an adequate cut supply of Positive control slides and documents on the QC log with case number and QC date.
Assists in managing workload and productivity by adjusting schedules when necessary.
Completes Pathologist’s, Supervisor’s and management requests within 24 hours, notifying them of any delay.
Cleans and maintains reagents, tissue processors, embedding center, microtomy equipment, H&E stainer and immunostainers; keeps work areas clean and documents QC as required; accommodates special needs of the section by volunteering for tasks as needed.
Follows safety guidelines and documents incidents appropriately.
Adapts communication and behavior to the specific patient population with respect for privacy and appropriate explanation of services or procedures.
Other related duties as required.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Medium work: exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently; greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands; manual dexterity; stand or sit for prolonged periods.
Must be able to travel between facilities.
Duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue; risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Work Environment and Compliance Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including reporting of any unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety and privacy, and other compliance-related concerns.
Additional Information Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today. Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. This position is remote or on-site as determined by the job posting. This description may be amended at any time.
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