Histology Tech Non Certified - Rex Anatomic Pathology

Histology Tech Non Certified - Rex Anatomic Pathology Prepares and processes tissue and fluid specimens for analysis by a pathologist and prepares slides for pathologist review by embedding, cutting and staining tissue samples.

Reviews physician orders for accuracy and enters tissue and procedures into the laboratory information system. Obtains corrective action when needed. Documents specimen identification issues according to QA policy. 2. Accurately prepares and labels cassettes prior to pathologist grossing. 3. Performs tissue fixation according to procedure. Troubleshoots any alarms of warning messages on the processing equipment. Performs maintenance on the tissue processor according to quality assurance procedure and schedule. 4. Embeds processed tissue and cuts sections for microscopic examination using a microtome. 5. Performs routine staining procedures and ensures quality of stains are acceptable by pathologist review. Orders special stains or procedures as needed from reference laboratory and enters requisition into information system for tracking. 6. Assists histology section head in collecting and documenting quality assurance indicator data. 7. Performs pathology transcription and orders supplies when needed.