Los Angeles, California
Category: Allied
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 840628
Work Setting: Healthcare
Contract Duration: 24 Weeks
Est. Pay: $1680 / Week
Posted Date: 9/18/2024
Los Angeles, California
Work Setting: Healthcare
Category: Allied
Contract Duration: 24 Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: $1680 / Week
Job ID: 840628
Posted Date: 9/18/2024
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Under the direction of a pathologist or a qualified medicalprofessional, prepares human tissue and bodily fluid specimens by treating thespecimens with chemicals, slicing and mounting on glass slides for microscopicexamination and analysis by the pathologist. Preparation process may include sectioning, reagent and other treatment,slide placement, and dying. Places specimens using fixation, dehydration,clearing and/or impregnation by embedding, in a suitable media. Uses judgmentto adapt for tissue types, uses chemicals and dyes to stain sections in orderto demonstrate various pathological conditions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs specimen collection, accessioning, and loggingroutines May be responsible to make scheduled rounds within thefacility to pick up surgical specimens Checks each specimen for criteria of acceptability, assuringproper patient identification, specimen integrity and appropriate paperwork Records the receipt of specimens and assigns identificationnumber according to department and/or facility protocol Refers any problem specimen to the area of collection andinforms the supervisor Assists pathologists with tissue grossing procedures;prepares the tissue grossing area Maintains and assures specimen identification by correctlylabeling cassettes and maintains workflow in concert with the pathologist Cleans the workstation after completing grossing procedures.Ensures aseptic techniques and observes health safety protocols during cleanupto minimize exposure risks Processes, embeds and sections tissues for slides Embeds processed tissue, cuts embedded tissue for slidesections; performs routine and special stains according to departmentprocedures in preparation for analysis by the pathologist May prepare frozen-section slides for frozen-sectiondiagnosis by the pathologist Routinely conducts highly specialized histochemical andhisto-pathological laboratory tests for use in the diagnosis and treatment ofdisease; records test results for review by physicians Prepares and maintains equipment used for all types oftissue processing, embedding, cutting and mounting, labeling, recording andverifying the quality of slides delivered to pathologist Sets up equipment, instruments and apparatus for specificlaboratory procedures May perform preventive maintenance and quality controlprocedures on the lab equipment May provide technical assistance and training to laboratorypersonnel as required Observes all facility and laboratory policies and safetypractices; maintains a safe, clean and prepared work area Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andprocedures Other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements:
Certification as a Histotechnologist, HTL (ASCP orequivalent) and/or per state requirements preferred Completion of a CAHEA accredited histotechnology program; orAssociate’s degree preferred One year of experience in histopathology strongly preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply Now Apply For This Job Via Stay Up To DateSign up to receive job alerts
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Los Angeles, California
Healthcare
Allied
Contract - Full Time
$1680 / Week
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