Under the direct supervision of an ASCP certified histotech, a non-certified histotechnician performs functions involved in preparing slides for various body tissues following surgery or autopsy for study by the pathologists assists with problem solving, procedure development and regulatory readiness.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Associate degree in a science discipline with at least 1 year lab experience or 1 year working histopathology

Experience

·        See above

License/Registration/Certifications       

·        N/A

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

·        Bachelor of Science Degree

Preferred Experience

·        2 years working histopathology experience and eligible to sit for the HT/HTL ASCP certification

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications   

·        ASCP MLT/MT

Core Job Responsibilities

• Performs functions involved in preparing slides for various body tissues following surgery or autopsy for study by the pathologists assists with problem solving, procedure development and regulatory readiness.
• Performs special staining techniques as may be required. Perform duties as assigned.
• Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families and visitors ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric.
• Compliance: understands and complies with the Code of conduct and department policies, procedures and regulations.

·        Whiles these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

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