Histology Technician
Fairview Health Services
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Histology Technician

Fairview Health Services

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Posted:
February 5, 2021
Location:
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Salary:
Open
Discipline:
Allied Health
Overview

Fairview Health Services is looking for a Histology Technician at University of Minnesota Medical Center-West Bank .This is a full-time position on the Night shift, 11:00PM-7:30AM, no weekends or holidays.

We offer competitive Benefits , including Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement.

Responsibilities/Job Description

The Histology Technician plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional laboratory services to diverse populations within an integrated healthcare environment. The Histology Technician performs the work necessary for the production of microscopic preparations used for high complexity testing, performs routine and specialty procedures, correlates data based knowledge of technical and instrumental conditions affecting preparation results and performs quality control procedures within established parameters. This position also may be involved in assisting pathology staff in specimen collection, safe and secure specimen handling, ensuring efficient workflow as appropriate. The HT works independently under general supervision

Follows established guidelines to obtain specimens and perform the work necessary for the production of microscopic preparations used for high complexity testing and report results.

  • Collect and process biological specimens with appropriate technique following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Assess integrity of specimens for testing/processing and verify correct patient identification information
  • Document and communicate lab test results thoroughly and accurately according to SOP.
  • Perform and document maintenance procedures plus maintain adequate supplies.
  • Seeks assistance appropriately for problems or unusual situations.

Consistently implement and adhere to the laboratory customer service standards. The standards include maintaining confidentiality, promoting teamwork, successful communication and conflict resolution. This may include:

  • Explaining test procedures when applicable to clinicians in a manner geared to gain their confidence and cooperation and relieve anxiety about the test.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supports and adheres to laboratory SOPs, quality assurance, performance improvement and compliance programs recognizing trends and identifying when additional reporting, communication or other action is appropriate. Demonstrates competency and compliance with all regulatory agency policies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution or 60 semester hours with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include both) from a regionally accredited college or university. Qualified to work in a highly complex laboratory as mandated in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA 88).
  • Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) approved laboratory certification such as HS (ASCP). If not certified at time of hire, must obtain certification within 12 months.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefer one year of experience as a histology technician in an integrated healthcare environment.

Desired Skills

  • Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment
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Internal Number: 2021-67912
About Fairview Health Services
Together with the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians we have created M Health Fairview. M Health Fairview is the newly expanded collaboration among the University of Minnesota, University of Minnesota Physicians, and Fairview Health Services. The healthcare system combines the best of academic and community medicine — expanding access to world-class, breakthrough care through our 10 hospitals and 60 clinics.Fairview Health Services (fairview.org) is an award-winning, nonprofit health system providing exceptional care across the full spectrum of health care services. Fairview is one of the most comprehensive and geographically accessible systems in the state, with 10 hospitals—including an academic medical center and long-term care hospital—serving the greater Twin Cities metro area.Its broad continuum also includes 60 primary care clinics, specialty clinics, senior living communities, retail and specialty pharmacies, pharmacy benefit management services, rehabilitation centers, counseling and home health care services, medical transportation, an integrated provider network and health insurer PreferredOne. In partnership with the University of Minnesota, ...Fairview’s 32,000 employees and 2,400 affiliated providers embrace innovation to drive a healthier future through healing, discovery and education.
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