Summit Health, Inc. Purchase , NY 10577
Posted 3 days ago
About Our Company
We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.
When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary: The Histology Technician performs the routine tasks associated with making stained slides from surgically excised tissue for the purpose of diagnosis by a pathologist.
Essential Job functions:
Embeds, cuts, stains, and performs other tasks required to process tissue in the Histology lab
Performs necessary tests for each sample as required
Follows standard operating procedures for all testing
Performs accurate gross description on tissue samples
Operates all instruments/equipment according to accepted written procedures\Registers and processes cases in the EMR; prints worksheets and labels
Meets acceptable turnaround time and productivity standards for the section
Recognizes testing errors/discrepancies or problems and notifies appropriate personnel; assists in problem resolution
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the EMR and its application to all aspects of job related functions
Recognizes and resolves computer problems
Recognizes and resolves other problems or inconsistencies
Ensures that records are accurate, complete, legible, and appropriately filed and stored
Operates all instruments/ equipment according to accepted written procedures
Recognizes and identifies instrument/ equipment problems
Resolves instrument/ equipment problems or contacts appropriate technical service
Performs and documents all routine and non-routine maintenance according to Standard Operating Procedures
Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly workplace including instrument and general laboratory equipment
Performs and documents Quality Control daily according to established laboratory protocol
Performs proficiency testing, as requested
Reviews quantities and expiration dates of all supplies. Verifies receipt, labels records and stores supplies received
Has knowledge of other SMG computer systems in order to obtain clinical information
Prepares reagents as needed
Assists with training new employees.
General Job functions:
Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
Associate's degree preferred and 2-4 years' experience required
HT or HTL (ASCP) preferred
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required
Ability to use critical thinking skills; develop, plan, and organize successful projects required
Ability to function autonomously and is an independent decision maker required
Experience with performing gross descriptions on biopsy specimens preferred
Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred
Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred
Experience with EMR preferred
Physical Job Requirements:
Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking)
Dexterity of hands and fingers
Pay Range $40/hr to $47/hr
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.
About Our Commitment
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Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD's benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.
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