Histology Tech Per Diem Days - Valley Baptist Medical Center - Harlingen

Job Summary

Performs various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist.

Job Responsibilities

Prepares microscopic tissue slides for diagnostic/research purposes; performs tissue stains to assist in diagnosis; handles specimen accessioning; maintains laboratory and equipment. Reviews quality control, performs operational duties, maintenance and troubleshooting of histology instruments and equipment.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Completion of training in an NCCLS-approved histology technician program
Preferred: Bachelor’s or associate degree

Experience

Preferred: 1 year experience as Histo technician

Certifications

Required: State licensure where required

Preferred: Histo technician certification through ASCP (or equivalent); BLS

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