Technician - Histology & Cytology

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Department: 10007020 Pathology Main Unit Work

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• The Histology/Cytology Technician at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate handling, processing, and transportation of laboratory specimens. This role coordinates workflow in grossing and processing areas, provide excellent customer service, and adhere to regulatory guidelines. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. JOB FUNCTIONS Supervision :
• Coordinates work flow of grossing and processing areas. Distribution and Transportation:
• Assures accurate and efficient transportation of lab-related supplies, equipment and specimens.
• Follows all laws and regulations in the processing and transportation of laboratory specimens. Specimen Handling & Processing:
• Follows regulatory guidelines in handling/processing of laboratory specimens.
• Follows proper policy for accurate patient identification and labeling of all specimens. Communication :
• Effectively communicate with all NMHS staff, patients, their family members and customers.
• Customer Service.
• Uses AIDET as applicable.
• Attends CARES training.
• When necessary, assures proper service recovery is done for patients and/or caregivers.
• Answers telephone in an polite and efficient manner. Employee Relations:
• Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees. Reporting/Recordkeeping:
• Assists with meeting goals of department Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Assures appropriate documentation of all required instrument monthly maintenance and quality control.

• Assists with training of new employees.
• Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills.
• Stays abreast of regulatory changes. Regulation :
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• Adheres to College of American Pathologist (CAP) & Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) standards. Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required
• Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
• Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
• Strong interpersonal skills; required
• Prioritize and organize daily work demands of area
• Evaluating processes and equipment for optimal organization and performance
• Communicates effectively
• Provides excellent service to internal and external customers
• Assuring quality control is acceptable and required maintenance is completed daily in work area
• Must have extensive contact with: Pathology Department and hospital staff (including physicians)
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Standing. Frequently Walking. Frequently Sitting. Occasionally Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling. Frequently Climbing. Occasionally Balancing. Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally Grasping. Frequently Speaking. Frequently Hearing. Constantly Repetitive Motions. Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently Salary Range: $17.45 - $26.17

Associate’s Degree | Medical Technology | Not Required High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Required

ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology