Histology Assistant - Tyler

Histology Assistant - Tyler at Christus Health summary : The Histology Assistant supports pathologists and histology technicians by accessioning specimens, preparing and staining slides, and maintaining specimen files. They assist in grossing procedures and ensure quality control in specimen processing. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to protocols, and interaction with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS). Description Summary : Performs daily duties for pathologists and histology technicians including accessioning specimens, grossing procedures, cassette preparation, and other computer-related tasks. Responsibilities : Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assigns accession numbers to each surgical, cytological, and autopsy specimen received; checks specimens for adequate fixative and patient identification; accessions all specimens through the LIS Maintains paraffin block and microscope slide files by filing all surgical, autopsy, bone marrow, and cytology blocks and slides within the section file cabinets; stores old paraffin blocks and microscopic slides in the designated storage area Assists the pathologists with the grossing of surgical specimens, autopsies, and fine needle aspirate biopsies when required, including patient and procedure preparation, assisting with the aspiration, preparing and staining slides, and processing specimens in accordance with established protocols Prepares fixatives, staining solutions, mounting media, and decalcifying solutions, at the request of the pathologist, using accepted standard techniques; reviews the quality of stains and troubleshoots procedures as needed Performs specimen searches and retrieval of slides and blocks in storage to assist in the establishment of diagnosis Demonstrates competence to perform assigned responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of the members served by the department Appropriately adapts assigned assessment, treatment, and / or service methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each member served Performs other duties as assigned Job Requirements : Education / Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Experience None required Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications None required Work Type : Full Time Keywords : histology assistant, specimen accessioning, slide preparation, grossing procedures, pathology support, laboratory information system, paraffin block filing, staining solutions, medical laboratory technician, lab specimen processing