Address
Form of workStatus:Full Time - 80 hoursHours:Variable 7:30a-4pIn an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Histology Coordinator is responsible for performing daily operations of histology laboratory and cytology preparation procedures as needed, on patient specimens submitted for the diagnoses of disease. The Histology Coordinator maintains specimen identity and integrity, produces high quality stained slides using standardized procedures to meet the Pathologist's requirements for microscopic evaluation, and performs quality control and preventative maintenance according to established policy. In addition, the Histology Coordinator trains and performs competency assessments on employees as well as assisting supervisor with regulatory readiness.
This position interacts with patient populations from neonate to elderly; with patients of all types of illnesses. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.Job Requirements:High School Diploma/GED required. Board certified Histotechnologist (HT) or completion of certification within 1 year of hire.
Minimum of 5 years' Histology experience required if not certified. Must demonstrate knowledge of basic science skills, medical terminology, and technical proficiency in the histological techniques. Troubleshoot with all levels of personnel.
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.Job Functions:Completes duties associated with daily operation of the Histology Laboratory (assist w/frozen, gross of small specimens, immunohistochemistry, etc.) including coverage of staffing shortages.Trains new employees and performs technical competency on all employees.Competent in cytology (GYN and non-GYN) preparation procedures on patient specimens submitted for the diagnoses of disease.Verifies billing for specimens sent out to a third party pathology source (i.e.: Neogenomics)Assist supervisor with monthly QM data for Pathology Lab and the hospital.Acts as the Key Operator on all equipment and Instrumentation and includes troubleshooting, replacement and validation. Assist supervisor with regulatory compliance and College of American Pathologist inspection readiness as well as implementing new policies and procedures.Assist supervisor assigning CAP surveys & scan into Media Lab for approval.Performs high quality control and preventative maintenance according to established policy.Reviews and signs all electronic document control records as assigned.Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines.Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
