Histology Technologist

Performs clinical tests in anyone of or a combination of areas of specialization depending on the size and scope of the laboratory activity. Maybe assigned to or receiving supervision from Chief Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tissue samples for routine microscopic analysis.
• Gross descriptions of small, uncomplicated specimens are recorded where appropriate, using specific terminology according to procedure.
• Tissue samples are prepared using correct procedures for preservation including, processing, freezing and embedding as appropriate per procedure.
• Tissue samples are sectioned using good microtomy techniques on microtomes to produce acceptable quality slides for staining according to procedures.
• Workload is prioritized and managed to meet expected Turn‑Around‑Times (TATs).
• Competence is maintained and new skills added as technology changes.
• Stains tissue for Routine, Special Stains, Immun...