Histotechnician - Baylor Scott White Health

JOB SUMMARY

Location BSWH BUMC DOWNTOWN DALLAS TX

Department Gross Room Histopathology

Shift Day 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday with rotating every 5th Saturday

Preferred Experience Must have HT or HTL ASCP 

This position ONLY works in Gross Room of the Histopathology department accessioning, assisting the PA and Residents with Gross Dissection of Surgical specimens. performing Gross Dissection of Biopsy samples using Voice Recognition dictations.  The employee will perform Cryostat microtomy sections assisting the Frozen Section team in Rapid Diagnostic Procedures.  The employee will use Faxitron instrument to check decaled samples for completeness of calcium removal along with maintaining and loading tissue processors. 

The Histotechnician 2 prepares specimens for microscopic evaluation and diagnosis by performing technical procedures that result in creation of microscopic slide preparation. Operates and maintains Laboratory instrumentation, records and documentation with minimum supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Perform variety of technical procedures resulting in creation of microscopic slide preparations.
• Follow quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
• Participate in laboratory projects and educational activities.
• Demonstrates and educates laboratory practices and technical skills to others.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

Location BSWH BUMC DOWNTOWN DALLAS TX

Department Gross Room Histopathology

Shift Day 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday with rotating every 5th Saturday

Preferred Experience Must have HT or HTL ASCP 

This position ONLY works in Gross Room of the Histopathology department accessioning, assisting the PA and Residents with Gross Dissection of Surgical specimens. performing Gross Dissection of Biopsy samples using Voice Recognition dictations.  The employee will perform Cryostat microtomy sections assisting the Frozen Section team in Rapid Diagnostic Procedures.  The employee will use Faxitron instrument to check decaled samples for completeness of calcium removal along with maintaining and loading tissue processors. 

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ASCP-Histotechnician (ASCP-HT)