Surgical Pathology Technician

Surgical Pathology TechnicianHouston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital 18300 Houston Methodist Dr, Houston TX, 77058Work Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours per week. Surgical Pathology Technician will also assist with fine needle aspirations, bone marrows, accessioning, etc.At Houston Methodist, the Surgical Pathology Technician position is responsible for working under the direction of a Pathologist, performing the gross examination and description of gross-only specimens and surgical biopsy specimens (not requiring dissection or sectioning). This position reports to appropriate HM entity management.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory scienceExperience:Two years of experience working in a surgical pathology laboratorySkills and Abilities:Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient 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 securityAbility 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 principlesKnowledge of current laboratory principles and procedures used in gross tissue examinationExtensive knowledge of advanced laboratory theory, technique, and testing related to anatomic pathologyKnowledge of quality control, quality assurance, and record-keeping procedures which constitute good laboratory practice, and which comply with regulations imposed by outside agencies such as College of American Pathologists and Clinical Laboratory Improvement AmendmentsKnowledge of standard laboratory safety proceduresPossesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documentsExhibits 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-workersAdapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solvingEssential 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.Performs tissue triage, gross examination of gross only specimens and small biopsies (not requiring dissection or sectioning), and documentation (grossing) for any, and all simple biopsy types while ensuring specimen integrity (i.e., preventing tissue death/degradation).Photographs specimens for documentation and, at the discretion of the medical director, may maintain the photography database.Dictates accurate and precise gross descriptions for small biopsy and gross only specimens.Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.Processes, triages, orders, labels (e.g. slides, cassettes) and transports specimens for testing.Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system.Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.Supplemental Requirements:Uniform: NoScrubs: YesBusiness professional: NoOther (department approved): NoOn Call: NoMay require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: NoMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: NoCompany Profile:Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a broad spectrum of adult, pediatric, medical and surgical care. It is an accredited chest pain center and acute stroke-ready designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers advanced inpatient and outpatient services, including state-of-the-art imaging; childbirth center with a level II neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care; bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care; rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports medicine.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.