Job Summary:  Processes tissue and body fluid specimens in preparation for diagnostic interpretation by the pathologist by performing the following duties.

• Accessions, embeds, cuts, stains, cover slips and labels tissue and body fluid specimens for Histologic or Cytologic evaluation; operates equipment according to established protocol
• Files and stores diagnostic slides and tissue specimens
• Maintains equipment and work area to provide for timely accurate service delivery
• Assists pathologists with gross and frozen sections
• Incorporates quality control and quality improvement initiatives into daily operations
• Identifies, accessions, processes and bills for technical portion of specimen evaluation
• Promotes customer relations
• Maintains confidentiality
• Logs/tracks/mails specimens for consultation
• Effectively manages time and resources, utilizing technology related to practice in the assigned technical areas
• Collaborates with others to improve service delivery
• Maintains policies, procedures, quality control, and records in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manages equipment and supply inventory
• Adheres to Laboratory safety protocols

Education/Experience:  Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Licensure/Certification/Registration: None required; Histology Technician (ASCP preferred).

JOB# KC974