Lab Assistant Histology

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Laboratory Assistant Histology performs all grossing room functions according to Standard Operating Procedures. This position assists with the collection, handling and preparation of specimens for laboratory testing as directed and according to established departmental standards. Duties include verification and labeling of specimens, container(s), cassettes, and slides in accordance with laboratory standard operating procedures to ensure accurate patient identification. This role assists with Fine Needle Aspirations(FNA) and staining techniques. The Lab Assistant Histology demonstrates proficiency in separating tissue specimens for loading in the automatic tissue processor. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to team work and cooperation. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field strongly preferred for Histology positions. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BLSHCP required within 6 months of hire or transfer. Incumbents working must maintain 12 CEUs annually. EXPERIENCE: Prior hospital experience prefeed, but not required. Knowledge of medical terminology required; knowledge of laboratory information system utilization must be acquired after 3 months on the job training. Proficiency in Clinical Applications prefeed at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Must have the ability to distinguish colors. Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Strict compliance with laboratory Fraud and Abuse policies and requirements is an employment condition. WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position demands increased amounts of standing, bending and manual manipulation, as well as some light lifting. The department specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool lists the essential functions of this position. Core competencies will be assessed primarily to the following patient population(s) served (with the exception of newborns): All diagnoses/conditions of patients admitted to the hospital. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisor. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field strongly preferred for Histology positions. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BLSHCP required within 6 months of hire or transfer. Incumbents working must maintain 12 CEUs annually. EXPERIENCE: Prior hospital experience preferred, but not required. Knowledge of medical terminology required; knowledge of laboratory information system utilization must be acquired after 3 months on the job training. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.