Histology Technician Job at Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center LLC
Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center LLC Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center is a rapidly growing skincare facility that empowers employees to deliver exceptional patient experiences. We are currently looking for a talented candidate for the role of Histotechnician/Histotechnologist for our newly built private dermatology lab opening soon in Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Essential Responsibilities
Histotechnician/Histotechnologist will perform the various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist. Under the supervision of the pathology supervisor, performs all technical histology laboratory’s functions which are included but not limited to accessioning, grossing (skin only), tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, routine H&E staining, special stains, immunohistochemistry, as well as other duties in the area.
Exercises independent judgment in dealing with procedural and technical problems.- Examines slides and/or blocks to ensure tissue preparation is meeting laboratory requirements.
- Providing our clients the most efficient, cost-effective, and timely turn-around we can provide.
- Accessions the specimen using our LIS system. Verifying that the specimen containers, requisitions, and part types all match BEFORE accessioning.
- Using proper grossing techniques when dissecting specimens.
- Properly embeds tissue.
- Slide quality is a high priority for Apex Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center.
- Daily cleans and maintains laboratory equipment.
- Assists pathologist and other lab personnel.
- Keeps current with changes in laboratory procedures.
- Operates, cleans, and sterilizes laboratory glassware, instruments, and workstation.
- Performs special stains and Immunohistochemistry using approved protocols and controls.
- Files, retrieves, and distributes blocks, slides, and pathology reports.
- Answers phones in a professional and helpful manner.
- Maintains strictest confidentiality.
- Complies with all State, Federal, professional regulations as well as company and departmental rules, polices, and procedural manuals.
- Adherence to CAP, CLIA, State Regulations, HIPAA, Safety and OSHA Regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Able to multitask, work well with others, knowledge of computers and operation of general laboratory.
- Completion of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program or an Associate degree plus one year full time experience in histopathology within the last three years under the supervision of a pathologist
- Required ASCP certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL).
Physical Requirements:
Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger; handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception.
About Us
Who We Are
We are Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center. Our goal is to provide the highest quality dermatology and dermatologic surgery care to patients in Northeast Ohio in a prompt and compassionate manner. A strong commitment to delivering an exceptional patient experience, prompt access to care, including same day appointments, and service and education to the community are our core values.
What We Offer
Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and 401(k). We also offer ID Theft protection coverage, Accidental insurance, Derm Discounts and Lifestyle Benefits such as discounts to sporting events, movies, theme parks, travel and more.
Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Apex complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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