Histotech - Pathology
full-time•Houston
About this role
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required; one year of experience as a Histology Technologist highly preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- HTL(ASCP) - Histotechnologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology_PSV
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Teaches students, new employees and others as assigned by Manager or designee.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs all routine and complex laboratory procedures in the assigned work area.
- Recognizes and ensures accurate processing of specimens with appropriate Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) documentation.
- Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments concerning the results, and approves and documents any corrective action.
- Prepares and processes specimens and demonstrates knowledge of specimen requirements and laboratory rejection policies.
- Actively participates in and achieves an acceptable level of performance on proficiency and competency testing samples.
- Recognizes problems, notifies management of significant issues, and follows up as directed by management.
- Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): No
- On Call* No
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
ON-CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department**
Other facts
Tech stack
Histotechnologist,Laboratory Information Systems,Communication,Customer Service,Interpersonal Skills,Teamwork,Problem-Solving,Quality Control,Specimen Processing,Safety Procedures,Computer Knowledge,Teaching,Organizational Skills,Adaptability,Performance Evaluation,Competency Assessment
About Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Houston Methodist employs more than 32,000 people. Come lead with us.
Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: http://www.houstonmethodist.org
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
What you'll do
- The Histotech performs routine and complex laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate specimen processing and documentation. They also collaborate with the patient care team and contribute to a positive work environment.
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Why join Houston Methodist as a Histotech - Pathology?
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