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Position Summary:

Participates in the day-to-day operations of the laboratory with regard to histology specimen processing. Processes and prepares patient tissue according to department procedures using a wide range and depth of technical and specialized knowledge. Supports continuous improvement of laboratory services to ensure high quality and timely pathology for quality diagnosis.

 

Position Key Accountabilities:

1.  Performs tissue processing, embedding in paraffin, cutting, sectioning, staining, and mounting on slides for interpretation by a pathologist.
2.  Cleaning work area and equipment as well as maintaining equipment maintenance logs. Helping maintain gross tissue storage area and assisting in discarding tissue per established policy.
3.  Assisting with quality control standards in the laboratory.
4.  Helping maintain blocks and/or slides files.
5.  Responds to emergency situations.
6.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Certification must be obtained within one year of employment.

Minimum Education:

High school degree or equivalent.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.