Histotechnologist 1- Anatomical Pathology Lab

Ou Health - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

About the position

The Histotechnologist 1 position in the Anatomical Pathology Lab at OU Health involves performing routine and advanced technical work in preparing human tissues for microscopic examination. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and involves working with potentially infectious agents. The position is essential for ensuring accurate specimen processing and quality control in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession specimens into laboratory LIS system.
• Comply with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate use of PPE.
• Embed paraffin infiltrated specimens according to specimen type.
• Section paraffin embedded tissue at various thickness according to department protocols.
• Embed fresh tissue in a water-based medium for frozen section.
• Process, cut, and stain frozen tissues for rapid diagnosis during surgical procedures.
• Perform routine staining procedures (Hand H&E and special stains).
• Prepare solutions for routine and special stains.
• Perform appropriate QC and evaluate the quality of each stain.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and support the hospital in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participate in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation, and performance improvement.
• Assess and verify patient results after troubleshooting issues.
• Participate in inventory management.
• Maintain legible and organized records and keep work areas free of debris.
• Maintain accurate block and slide control records.
• Assume responsibility for own professional development and complete annual competency assessment.
• Receive, process, and distribute specimens.
• Recognize issues with orders that may compromise patient test results.
• Transport specimens and enter patient information and test orders into Electronic Health Record.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as scales, centrifuges, processors, and stainers.
• Perform and document proper maintenance of instrumentation and equipment following all safety and regulatory requirements.
• Perform miscellaneous clerical duties such as answering the telephone, filing, and preparing records for filing.
• May train to assist in FNA procedures with the Pathologist present.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Take call as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0-3 years of experience required, with experience in a laboratory setting preferred.
• Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Ability to maintain legible, accurate, and organized records.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and sound judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to understand various operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments.
• Core knowledge and understanding of normal laboratory processes.

Benefits

• PTO
• 401(k)
• Medical plans
• Dental plans