Certified Histotechnologist

JOB DESCRIPTION

YOUR JOB IS MORE THAN A JOB

The Certified Histotechnologist performs daily histopathology procedures involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s) according to policies and procedures and to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment.

Utilizes data in the Laboratory Information System to process and prepare patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist, according to established protocols.

This may include logging, batching, cutting, mounting and staining procedures and autopsy support. Responsible for sorting, logging and prioritizing tissue specimens received from surgical, diagnostic, or autopsy cases according to the required standards.

Also responsible for other tasks such as quality control, instrument maintenance, tissue sectioning, reagent preparation, tissue fixation procedures, etc.

Your Everyday

Histology Procedures :

• Coordinates daily workflow of tasks and activities in the surgical pathology area with regard to routine procedures, special procedures, and the surgery schedule.
• Prepares routine and non-routine slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists.
• Processes specimens delivered from various departments when delivered to the laboratory. Sorts specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and embeds specimens into blocks and fixes tissue in formalin.

Embeds and performs microtomy of embedded tissues.

• Ensures appropriate accessioning, labeling and processing of all tissue samples.
• Operates instrumentation for tissue dehydration, section clearing, impregnation with paraffin, cutting tissue sections, and staining of slides.
• Prepares solutions, stains (routine, special or IHC), and reagents in accordance with standard written procedures.
• Assists the pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens and in frozen / cryostat section procedures.
• Operates and maintains all histology area lab equipment in proper state of readiness and cleanliness.
• Maintains documentation of all specimen and instrumentation quality control.
• Processes and ships specimens to referral laboratories.

Autopsy Support and Morgue Maintenance :

• Obtains the required documents and accessioning, labeling and processing of all tissue samples.
• Sets-up all equipment and gathers supplies needed for the specimen collection and procedure.
• Assists with dissection and obtaining the weight and measurements of the patient and specimen collected.
• Performs tasks such as sewing the body and organs post procedure, cleaning the patient and patient movement and transport.

Releases the patient to the funeral home / coroner’s office.

Material Management :

• Participates in the maintenance of adequate inventory of supplies and reagents.
• Stays current in Joint Commission, CAP, OSHA, HIPAA and CMS standards. Performs tasks as directed by supervisor or designated charge person.

Safety :

Complies with hospital / laboratory safety and infection control additional policies and procedures, which contribute to the efficiency, safety, and integrity of the department.

Reports safety incidents to the supervisor.

• Follows Standard Precautions at all times when dealing with blood and body fluids.
• Collaborates with others to ensure workflows and operational targets meet the needs of internal and external clients. Ensures patient and employee safety, quality control and accreditation requirements are met.

The Must-Haves

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Histologist Technician (ASCP)

American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to independently perform wide range of routine histology laboratory procedures including interpretation of quality control data.

Must be able to communicate effectively.

Must have skill to use personal computers and lab IS software applications.

Must be team player.

Professional interaction with pathologists.

Knowledge of acceptable Histology laboratory testing theory and techniques, normal and abnormal laboratory testing results, knowledge of regulatory standards as set forth by CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, CMS, OSHA, and CLSI.

Instrumental maintenance knowledge, knowledge of handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.

WORK SHIFT :

Days (United States of America)

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Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way.

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About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over years.

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Your extras (Our Core Values)

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems it’s all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Simple things make the difference.

1.To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.

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3.To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.

4.To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

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