[Histonet] Histotech Position - Chandler AZ

[Office Manager]

*Essential functions and responsibilities:*

   - Ensures compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, regulations.
   - Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the
   preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s),
   according to policies and procedures.
   - Responsible for embedding of surgical pathology specimens.
   - Responsible for the sectioning and microtomy of surgical pathology
   specimens.
   - Responsible for the routine staining, histochemical staining, and
   immunohistochemical staining of surgical pathology specimens for microscope
   evaluation and analysis.
   - Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and
   troubleshoots minor equipment failures. Documents remedial actions such as
   repairs or repeated tests.
   - Adheres to laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all
   quality control activities.
   - Maintains diagnostic viability of all specimens and ensures correct
   patient labeling.
   - Unpacks orders received; dates and stocks orders, in accordance with
   established policies and procedures.
   - Maintain a clean and safe prep work area in accordance with all
   laboratory and safety SOP’s.
   - Prepares and labels necessary stains and reagents in accordance with
   departmental procedures, policies and standards.
   - Reviews and performs QC on slides before taking the slides to the
   pathologist.
   - Maintenance of accurate work records and logs (i.e., Discrepancy Logs,
   Maintenance Logs, Quality Control Logs etc.)
   - Demonstrates a commitment to service, organizational values, and
   professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
   - Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
   - Protects patient information by adhering to professional standards
   including the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

*Knowledge and Skill:*

   - Must have 2+ years laboratory experience.
   - HT Certified preferred.
   - Must be precise when performing technical tasks.
   - Effective interpersonal skills, both in person and on the telephone.
   - High accuracy in work and attention to detail.

*Physical demands:*

   - Must have manual dexterity and motor coordination.
   - May involve sitting, standing, walking for long periods of time and/
   or sitting at the microtome for long periods of time.
   - Exposure to chemicals and fumes.

*Benefit Package:*

   - Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K, Paid time off, Sick time
   and Holiday Pay.

*Required education:*

   - Associate’s Degree or higher

*Required experience and certification:*

   - Laboratory: 2 years
   - HT Certification ASCP preferred.

East Valley Gastroenterology & Hepatology Associates is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in
employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age,
handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by
applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed
without regard to the above listed items.


Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Laboratory Manager
Schedule: 40 Hours per Week
Salary: DOE
FLSA Status: Hourly; Non-Exempt

To apply please reply to jobposting2600 at gmail.com or fax resume to (480)
786-6996, Attn:Isaac Malagon