LABORATORY ASSISTANT HISTOLOGY

				Overview:

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Responsible For The Processing, Mailing And Result Reporting Of Specimens Sent To Outside Reference Labs And The Coordination Of Patient Specimens For The Chemistry, Special Chemistry And Serology Laboratories.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of data entry, verification of specimens, and other related computer functions including
generation and distribution of specimen draft reports with the assistance of the Histology lab staff .
0 1.
Generates labels and work list for the day. Set up, clean, and prepare all work areas including the disposal
and storage of specimens.
0 2.
Prepares cassettes for microtomy. Cleans/maintains processing/staining machines. Gross set-up (match
containers with requisition & place label on containers)
0 3.
Evaluate specimens for acceptability, notifies physician/office if unacceptable (complete ISF form). Check the
CRC fridge for specimens.
0 4.
Accessions and orders Histology specimens in the LIS. Obtains missing information necessary to complete
accessioning of the specimen (i.e., patient?s name, date of birth, source of specimen, or any pertinent
patient information).
0 5.
0 6. Maintains temperature charts (i.e. water bath, cryostat, processors, frozen stain set-up, etc.)
0 7. Files all blocks and slides that are signed out. Pulls/files archive slides and blocks when required.
0 8. Handles the receipt and routing of Histology specimens.
Performs tasks and procedures under general supervision to assist other technicians, technologists,
Pathologist?s Assistant and/or Pathologist; to include but not limited to: specimen collection, processing,
staining, disposal of specimens, and requisition/slide filing.
0 9.
Strictly follows hospital regulatory guidelines in carrying out the duties of the position and provides general
support to maintain laboratory records and supplies.
0 10.
Meets performance expectations for Customer service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self
Development as outlined in performance review.
0 11.
0 12. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit

Qualifications:

EDUCATION
High school graduate or equivalent required, AS degree or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE 
1 yr. experience in laboratory preferred. Familiarity with general laboratory procedures (e.g. specimen handling) is
preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
Must be able to follow directions accurately and pay attention to detail. Must possess excellent interpersonal and
communication skills. Knowledge of laboratory and pathology procedures is preferred.

ACCOUNTABILITY 
Department orientation to become familiar with procedures and policies.
COMPLEXITY
In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right
thing), patient-centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences),
accountability (being responsible and taking action), and compassion (being empathetic).

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
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