Bako Diagnostics
Job Description
Job Code: HTN1 and HTN2
Title: Histotechnician I & II
Revised: 03/16/2018
Department: Anatomic Pathology
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Anatomic Pathology Supervisor
Obtain and process pathology
specimens, maintaining positive specimen identification. Perform routine,
special stain and Immunohistochemistry for histopathological and
cytopathological tests, entry and recording functions in accordance with
department policies and procedures.
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise
Language Ability –
Ability to read and interpret documents such as patient requisitions, safety
rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability
to write routine reports and correspondence.
Math Ability –
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using
whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning Ability
– Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
furnished either verbally or written. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations.
Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure/Certification
High School Diploma or equivalent 1 year experience in a Histology laboratory within the last five years
Histotechnician I HT
(ASCP) eligible and one year of full-time experience in a Histology
laboratory
Histotechnician II HT
(ASCP) certification and three years of full-time experience in a Histology
laboratory. Meets all requirements as outlined in 1988 CLIA CFR 493. 1489 guidelines for
moderate complexity testing.
Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
1. Interacts with physicians, employees and clients in a
positive manner consistent with the mission and values of Bako Diagnostics.
2. Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the
preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologists.
3. Process paperwork associated with accessioning and
reporting.
4. Ensure proper tissue processing.
5. Perform embedding and microtomy.
6. Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin & Eosin and PAS
staining.
7. Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or
via automation.
8. Prepare solutions and reagents for special stains.
9. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex
equipment.
10. Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
11. Identify problems that may adversely affect test
performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or
immediately notify the Histology Supervisor or Histology Lead.
12. Follow the laboratory's standard operating procedures for
job-related responsibilities.
13. Ensure all safety, quality control and quality assurance
standards are met.
14. Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP
regulations.
15. Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes
or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals and hazardous waste. The employee
is frequently exposed to human tissue. Personal protective equipment to lower
the risk of exposure is provided by Bako Diagnostics.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit,
use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is
occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The
employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and
ability to adjust focus.
Positions Supervised
None
Requirements listed
are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or
abilities. This position description is
not meant to imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the
employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions
and to perform any other job duties requested by the supervisor.
