Level II - Histology Technologist
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX

This position may qualify for a sign on bonus 

Responsible for skillfully preserving, cutting, staining, and mounting tissue sections onto microscopic slides for analysis by the 
Pathologist. Performs more complex techniques such as enzyme chemistry and immuno histo chemistry. May provide supervision and 
technical direction to Histology Technician. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. 
Other related duties as assigned

• Prepares microscopic tissue slides for diagnostic/research purposes
  •  Embeds specimens
  • Cuts and mounts paraffin sections onto microscopic slides
•  Prepares solutions and reagents for special stains
• Performs routine H&E and special stain procedures to assist in diagnosis
•  Covers slips and routes slides and protocols to pathologist
•  Files paraffin blocks and microscopic slides
•  Performs more complex techniques such as enzyme chemistry and immuno histo chemistry.
•  Maintains laboratory and equipment. 
•  Maintains records and documentation required to manage the daily workflow and provide QC/QA review and monitors.
• Performs and documents operational duties, maintenance and troubleshooting of histology instruments and equipment. 
• Will provide supervision and technical direction to Histology Technician, as requested.
•  Understands and follows ALL safety and OSHA guidelines 

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s or Associates Degree from an approved college or university.
PREFERRED EDUCATION: NA
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : 2 years experience as Histotechnologist 
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: NA
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Histologic Technician (HT) American Society Clinical 
Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: NA
REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): NA

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