Biopsy Technician-WoodwardAnatomic Pathology, (1621)

Schedule: Monday-Friday 1500-2330 with other shift as needed.

Location: Woodward/Anatomic Pathology

Hourly/Salary: Hourly

JOB SUMMARY:

Examine section dictate and prepare human surgical specimens for continued processing in the Histology lab. Specimens may include a variety of different types of tissue and often represent worrisome lesions where the differential diagnoses include cancer and other life-threatening and life- altering disease states.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Interpret requisition especially patient clinical history to triage specimens by type and complexity. Biopsy techs will be limited to handling specimens which are submitted entirely for microscopic examination unless directly supervised by a pathologist.

2. Examine tissue specimens for anomalies dictating detailed descriptions for pathologists.

3. Spatially orient tissue specimen correctly.

4. Determine appropriate procedure for sectioning tissue for microscopic examination.

5. Section tissue appropriately applying inks differentially to convey margins.

6. Carefully describe lesions with respect to sample margins dictates assignment of ink colors critical measurements and other features according to established procedures.

7. Determine appropriate tissue processing protocols based on tissue type and individual specimen as well as any additional special handling procedures.

8. Prioritize work tasks for efficient and timely preparation of specimens.

9. Perform routine procedures for QC/QA.

reagents and monitor for quality and consistency.

housekeeping inventory and ordering supplies for this station.

-train in other areas if required by the department.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• B.S. /B.A. degree in a laboratory science (Biology Chemistry Physics or relevant science)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• No experience required

PREFERENCES:

• ASCP HT/HTL Certification
• Completion of a course in medical terminology

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

Prove immunity to Hepatitis B or be immunized or sign a waiver refusing hepatitis immunization. Provide documentation of a PPD test conducted not more than 90 days prior to date of hire or have a PPD test conducted.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Demonstrated proficiency with basic computer programs including laboratory information system Office dictation software.

2. Demonstrated ability to recognize different tissue types as well as the knowledge of basic anatomic orientation and medical terminology.

3. Able to correctly section wet tissue examine relevant features and effectively dictate findings.

4. Demonstrated knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology; maintain proficiency with regulatory requirements and best practices including: HIPAA handling of biohazardous human tissue specimens chemical hygiene and sharps safety.

5. Demonstrated working knowledge of Histologic processes apart from prosection: accessioning tissue processing embedding microtomy staining.

6. Must be able to work weekends holidays or extra or varied hours as required by the work demands.