Location:
Miramar, Florida
Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision.
Summary:
The entry level Histology Technologist prepares histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist.
Responsibilities:
Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.Performs quality control, preventative maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance.Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining.Prepares for and participates in inspections and assists the laboratory in meeting all regulatory guidelines.Performs cytology processing, staining and cover slipping using accepted histological techniques.Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - LAB, HISTOLOGY SPECIAL STAINS AND IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, SPECIMEN HANDLING, ACCESSIONING, AND PROCESSING, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements:
Associates (Required)Clinical Lab Technologist License (TN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Shift:
Evenings
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