[Histonet] Need Some Help

[Jennifer MacDonald]

One of the things that I suggest my students do is prepare a portfolio of 
their work.  An array of their H&Es of various tissue types and special 
stains.  This will demonstrate the way they pick up the tissue, as well as 
the labeling.  I also tell them to be prepared to describe the tissue and 
the stain they are presenting.



Jennifer MacDonald
Director, Histotechnician Training Program
Mt. San Antonio College
1100 N. Grand Ave.
Walnut, CA 91789
(909) 594-5611 ext. 4884
jmacdonald <@t> mtsac.edu



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We don't do it for that reason...
Joyce


Joyce Weems
Pathology Manager
Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta
404-851-7376 

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Is there any concern about the liability of non-employee cutting
themselves during this test?

Jennifer MacDonald
Director, Histotechnician Training Program Mt. San Antonio College 1100
N. Grand Ave.
Walnut, CA 91789
(909) 594-5611 ext. 4884
jmacdonald <@t> mtsac.edu



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I agree.  I have a "practical" test for new applicants as well.  I have
them cut 5 or so blocks, observe their cutting technique, how they
choose to label the slide, mount the section, etc.  Its great insight on
how they will perform. 

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[mailto:histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Bernice
Frederick
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All,
When I interviewed for my first job out of histo school, I was sat at a
microtome and had to cut sections. Seems like a good test to me!!! I've
done it to others, especially if they are new in the field or registry
eligible. Since ASCP/BOR has seen fit to remove the practical this is
the next best way.
Bernice

Bernice Frederick HTL (ASCP)
Northwestern University
Pathology Core Facility
710 N Fairbanks Court
Olson 8-421
Chicago,IL 60611
312-503-3723


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Eric,
  I have to agree with Patsy...although, just because a person has passd
the exam and becomes certified (lots of book smart people out there),
doesn't mean they are good (hands on application) at what they do....I
guess it would have to be up to your client as to whether or not they
prefer that the tech is certified or not....they might only care that
the tech can do the job and do it well....good luck


Kim Tournear, HT (ASCP), QIHC ( ASCP)
  Specialists in Dermatology
  Histology/Mohs Supervisor
  Tucson, AZ
 


 
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