Travel Contract - Histology Technician

Compensation : $35 - $35 Hourly

Client Job Ref ID : JX22003007733

Start Date : 09 / 21 / 2023

End Date : 12 / 29 / 2023

Histo-tech / Mohs exp, they do the sample cutting with a Cryo Freeze, whereas a lab does it differently. If they only have the lab type exp they will train Could be TP

The major tasks, duties, and responsibilities of the job.

• Demonstrates full competency in Mohs frozen section preparation - mapping, labeling, grossing, inking, embedding, sectioning, staining, and cover slipping.
• Demonstrates full competency in permanent section preparation - grossing, labeling, processing, embedding in parrafin, sectioning, staining and cover slipping.
• Prepares, performs, and troubleshoots special stain solutions.
• Performs specimen handling, storage, preservation, and identification.
• Coordinates, maintains, and documents the maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Performs, evaluates and records established quality control and quality assurance procedures. Documents corrective actions.
• Ensures the lab meets all OSHA and CLIA requirements and maintains accurate records of all reportable information. Creates new policies as required.
• Researches and manages the use of safe chemicals and equipment throughout the Mohs lab.
• Research and trains other staff members on biohazard and pharmaceutical waste.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists with surgical prep, bandaging, patient discharge, and exam room turnover.
• Trains new personnel in Mohs Histology procedures and techniques.
• Practices all safety measures utilizing proper PPE.
• Maintains an uncluttered and disinfected work area.
• Orders supplies for the lab and unit.
• Organizes waste pick up.
• May be re-deployed to an alternative site or main lab when the Mohs surgeon is out of the office.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Two days a week wed and Fri. If they want additional hours Mon, Tue, and Thur straight Medical Assistant work .Part time or full time, hours are flexible 730-4, 8-430.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BLS and ACLS
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Certified Principal Investigator (CPI) Certification
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• The ability to stand for extended periods.
• Strong technical skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Passionate about patient care
• Requires a minimum of two years of current Histology Tech experience.
• Graduate from a fully accredited Histology Laboratory Tech program
• Active unencumbered Histology Tech Massachusetts state license
• One year of Epic experience

Requirements

COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :

• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
• Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Effective interpersonal / communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.

ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS

Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.

With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism.

Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.