Histology Technician
Primary Location Portland, Oregon
Worker Location Onsite
Job Number 1309408 Date posted 09/20/2024
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Description:
The purpose of the position is to assist the pathologists by supplying diagnostic material by both routine and special procedures to enable the pathologists to provide diagnostic interpretation.
Job Summary:
The purpose of the position is to assist the pathologists by supplying diagnostic material by both routine and special procedures to enable the pathologists to provide diagnostic interpretation.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Process specimens according to established protocols. Document activities as indicated. Operate instruments according to intended purpose and documented procedures. Perform instrument maintenance as required by the manufacturer. Maintain records of maintenance as directed by accrediting and certifying agencies and their designees.
- Follow all safety guidelines and cautions. Handle potentially infectious or hazardous materials cautiously. Use personal protective equipment as directed. Follow reagent identification and traceability protocols.
- Embed tissue in paraffin. Must be able to identify if properly oriented. Understand that correct orientation of specimen is critical to diagnosis.
- Prepare 2-8 micron sections depending upon tissue type and/or test required. Assure patient identification and traceability standards are met. Must be able to recognize if cut section is representative of tissue present in the block. Also able to recognize tumor is left for diagnostic review. Document activities as directed. Control quality of hematoxylin and eosin staining. Document QC activities with accuracy.
- Perform automated and manual special stains for identification of specific cell components. Perform enzyme histochemistry testing. Operate and maintain instrumentation. Also encompasses the knowledge of chemistry to prepare and/or titration of reagents. Able to recognize, differentiate and develop cell components so that the stain will be of diagnostic value. Review slides and verify acceptable stain quality prior to distribution. Must be able to investigate problems with the procedure or instrumentation.
- Perform immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization procedures which involves working with antibodies that may be infectious. Operate and maintain instrumentation. Operate micropipettes to achieve appropriate dilutions. Must be able to prepare serial dilutions to establish appropriate dilution factors. Review slides and verify acceptable stain quality prior to distribution. Must be able to investigate problems with the procedure or instrumentation.
- May perform technical components of Mohs procedure under direction and supervision of a surgeon.
- Advise laboratory assistants; provide direction and troubleshooting assistance with labeling, filing, slide distribution, workload tally, instrument operation and maintenance and reagent maintenance. Training responsibility.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Two (2) years of experience in a technical role in a histology laboratory or completion of an accredited histology training program prior to, or within 6 months of application.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
License, Certification, Registration
- N/A
Additional Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited histology training program within six (6) months of application.
- Working knowledge of histology functions including embedding, routine H&E, special stains and immunohistochemistry.
- Familiar with manual and semi-automated microtome and cryostat.
- Able to perform basic tasks done in the Histology department.
- Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English language.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team.
- Working knowledge of computer applications.
- Demonstrated customer service focused skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks in a limited time frame.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) or more years of technical histology experience within two (2) years of application.
- HT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP) certification with histology experience.
- Excellent knowledge and practice of histology functions including routine H&E, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.
- Strong embedding, microtomy and histology techniques.
- Strong verbal and written command of the English language.
- Demonstrated ability to function collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong computer skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a limited time frame to meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated, reliable, accountable.
- Associates degree in chemistry or health science field.
Notes:
- Weekend and holiday rotation required
Primary Location: Oregon,Portland,Airport Way Regional Laboratory
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Evening
Workdays: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Working Hours Start: 12:00 PM
Working Hours End: 08:30 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W02|AFT|Local 5017
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: NW Regional Lab - Pathology/Lab-Anatomical - 1008
Pay Range: $32.33 - $39.4 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
