Durham, North Carolina
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Durham, North Carolina
Atlanta, Georgia
Posted: 22-May-23
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 230425
Occupational Summary
Perform routine histopathological tests in a clinical laboratory for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease.
Work Performed
- Accessioning all surgical pathology specimens
- Specimen identification and information
- Gross small specimens may include but are not limited to GI, GU and GYN biopsies, skin biopsies and skin excisions, heart biopsies, lung biopsies, bone marrow biopsies and clots and other small cases as assigned
- Attending service assignments
- Specimen priority assignment
- Cutting and staining frozen sections
- Special processing GI biopsies
- Assessing decalcification adequacy
- Packing blocks for transport to Histology
- Communicate effectively with clinicians and pathologists
- Complete required safety trainings and maintain working knowledge of department safety and operating procedures
- Assist Lead in data collection for QA/QI initiatives and assessing technician
- Participate in training of technical staff, students, and pathology residents
- Participate in shared on-call rotation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated compet ency in histological laboratory skills. Ability to perform assigned task s on routine and special material.
Level Characteristics
Within the clinical laboratories we embrace Duke's purpose, placing thepatient at the center of everything we do. We do this by demonstrati ng behaviors that focus on delivering patient- and family- centered care and embodying the values that promote a positive work culture. We expec t every team member to commit to these values and hold each other accoun table in the spirit of mutual respect and belonging.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelors of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical Technology. Must meet the CLIA/CAP Education Requirements established to perform high complexity testing. Minimum educational or experience requirements may be modified on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendmen) director as long as minimal CLIA requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed
Experience
Histotechnician with at least 1 year of experience in a histology or surgical pathology laboratory.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
ASCP Certified or certification eligible (must obtain HTL certification in 18 months (about 1 and a half years)).
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