HISTOTECHNOLOGIST

Company: Amergis
Location: Torrance
Posted on: September 30, 2024

Job Description:

$38-42/hrUnder the direction of a pathologist or a qualified medical professional, prepares human tissue and bodily fluid specimens by treating the specimens with chemicals, slicing and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysis by the pathologist. Preparation process may include sectioning, reagent and other treatment, slide placement, and dying. Places specimens using fixation, dehydration, clearing and/or impregnation by embedding, in a suitable media. Uses judgment to adapt for tissue types, uses chemicals and dyes to stain sections in order to demonstrate various pathological conditions.weekly payMonday- FridayDay shift 5x8sASCP Preferred not RequiredEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Performs specimen collection, accessioning, and logging routinesMay be responsible to make scheduled rounds within the facility to pick up surgical specimensChecks each specimen for criteria of acceptability, assuring proper patient identification, specimen integrity and appropriate paperworkRecords the receipt of specimens and assigns identification number according to department and/or facility protocolRefers any problem specimen to the area of collection and informs the supervisorAssists pathologists with tissue grossing procedures; prepares the tissue grossing areaMaintains and assures specimen identification by correctly labeling cassettes and maintains workflow in concert with the pathologistCleans the workstation after completing grossing procedures. Ensures aseptic techniques and observes health safety protocols during cleanup to minimize exposure risksProcesses, embeds and sections tissues for slidesEmbeds processed tissue, cuts embedded tissue for slide sections; performs routine and special stains according to department procedures in preparation for analysis by the pathologistMay prepare frozen-section slides for frozen-section diagnosis by the pathologistRoutinely conducts highly specialized histochemical and histo-pathological laboratory tests for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease; records test results for review by physiciansPrepares and maintains equipment used for all types of tissue processing, embedding, cutting and mounting, labeling, recording and verifying the quality of slides delivered to pathologistSets up equipment, instruments and apparatus for specific laboratory proceduresMay perform preventive maintenance and quality control procedures on the lab equipmentMay provide technical assistance and training to laboratory personnel as requiredObserves all facility and laboratory policies and safety practices; maintains a safe, clean and prepared work areaAdheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedMinimum Requirements:Certification as a Histotechnologist, HTL (ASCP or equivalent) and/or per state requirements preferredCompletion of a CAHEA accredited histotechnology program; or Associate's degree preferredOne year of experience in histopathology strongly preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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