Hours of Work :8:00am - 4:00pmDays Of Week :Mon - FriWork Shift :PRN (United States of America)Job Description :
Your Job:In this highly visible, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Histology Technician will prepare histology specimens for microscopic examination and analyses by Pathologists.Your Job Requirements: High school diploma and completion of a Histology Training Program or equivalent on the job Histology training. HT(ASCP) or eligible, or minimum of 3 years full-time employment in a Histology laboratoryYour Job Responsibilities: Communicate clearly and openly Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment Be accountable for your performance Always look for ways to improve the patient experience Take initiative for your professional growth Be engaged and eager to build a winning team
Additional Job DescriptionJob Summary:Category B – Employees with patient care impactFLSA: ExemptJob Purpose:o Prepares histology specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by Pathologistso Distributes test requests to requesting patient care unit, facility or physicianSupports the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.Age Specific Care Considerations:Adult: 18+ years – 35 yearsAdult: 35+ years – 65 yearsAdult: 65+ yearsChildren A: 18+ months – 3 yearsChildren B: 3+ years – 5 yearsChildren C: 5+ years – 12 yearsChildren D: 12+ years – 18 yearsInfants: 0 – 18 monthsEducation:High school diploma and completion of a Histology Training Program or equivalent On-the-job Histology trainingLicenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred):HT(ASCP) or eligible or minimum of 3 years full-time employment in a Histology laboratoryRelated Work Experience and Other Skills:New graduate or certified HT work experienceHigh level of energy and motivationDepartment Specific Competencies (Clinical Only):Content listed in this section will NOT appear as a job duty on the performance evaluation.Identified competencies based on the section of the laboratoryPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Physical Factors (% of Time):20 - Standing Stationary60 - Standing/Moving About15 – Sitting2 – Climbing20 - Bending (stooping/crouching)2 – Kneeling1 – Crawling30 – Reaching90 – Handling90 – Talking0 - Driving15 – SmellingHearing (% of Time):100 - Normal Noise Level0 - Occasional Loud Noise0 - Constant/Very Loud Noise0 - Constant Low Level NoiseHazardous Conditions (% of Time):5 - Respiratory Irritants50 - Skin Irritants50 - Allergic Irritants50 - Wet Work – Hands1 - Wet Work – Feed0 - Operation of Heavy Equipment0 - Climbing of Ladders0 - Working in High Places50-75 - Use of Electrical Equipment25-50 - Use of Sharp Utensils80 - Exposure to Blood and Body FluidsCarrying (% of Time):50 - Up to 10 Lbs30 - 10-20 Lbs10-30 - 20-50 Lbs10 - 50-100 Lbs0 - 100+ LbsLifting (% of Time):45 - Up to 10 Lbs30 - 10-20 Lbs10-30 - 20-50 Lbs10 - 50-100 Lbs0 - 100+ LbsPush/Pull (% of Time):10 - Up to 10 Lbs.10 - 10-20 Lbs30 - 20-50 Lbs10 - 50-100 Lbs10 - 100+ LbsVisual Demands (Yes or No):Yes/No - Vision EssentialYes/No - Vision Not EssentialEnvironmental Demands (% of Time):100 – Indoor0 – Outdoor0 - Hot Environment0 - Cold EnvironmentOther (% of Time):10 - Visual StrainJob Roles:Essential Duties1. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building. Following hospital policies and procedures (attendance, dress code, etc.) Following departmental policies, guidelines and procedures Contributing to the overall quality of services, standards of performance and department reputation Assumes responsibility for keeping informed about changes in policies and procedures Follows scope of practice and legal consequences15%2. Creates and maintains a safe environment for self, co-workers and facility. Demonstrating through practice, principles of Infection Control and Universal Precautions, adherence to OSHA standards, Hazardous Material Guidelines, Red Rules Compliance, JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals and CAP patient safety goals Safeguarding the rights of patients and hospital personnel to privacy by judiciously protecting information of a confidential manner Demonstrating proper technique and use of equipment Responding appropriately to emergency situations Promoting customer satisfaction by being responsive to clinical needs Demonstrates ability to perform skill specific to clinical area15%3. Ensures complete, accurate, and timely slide processing Follows interlaboratory standards for slide production Assesses stain quality on a daily basis prior to submitting slides to Pathologist for diagnosis Ensures that all tissues are triaged and assessioned Can produce a stained frozen section within time frame required Familiar with categories and theories of special stains and can reliably produce stains Adherence to all quality protocols in the laboratory environment Ensuring critical patient information and data are communicated effectively with the multidisciplinary team across the continuum of care and documented properly within the patient record15%4. Communicates with the healthcare team and co-workers Promoting a cooperative working environment by utilizing positive, constructive communication skills to facilitate proper handling of patient testing Communicating and addressing conflicts with appropriate personnel, utilizing listening skills, showing sensitivity, and following chain of command Communicating with co-workers using tact and in clear, concise, and thorough manner10%5. Takes personal responsibility for performance Attends department hospital/staff meetings Performing MHS requirements in a timely manner: Blackboard, vaccinations, surveys, benefits, Team Share, performance goals Reviews departmental routings, newsletters, minutes, emails etc. Demonstrating the ability to accept responsibility and be accountable for patient specimen handling/testing Demonstrating the ability to collaborate with other healthcare team members and the ability to work well with co-workers Demonstrating the ability to accept constructive criticism from peers and management Assuming responsibility for orientation and mentorship of new staff/students Participating and supporting system and department goals Demonstrating ability to utilize time effectively and efficiently10%6. Professional growth and development initiatives Maintaining professional competency by self direction (Certification renewal, annual competencies, continuing education and professional development plan) Initiating and facilitating change to improve quality of care, keeping abreast of new developments, and contributing to productive changes in the department Developing new programs and/or protocols to enhance patient care delivery Recommending capital equipment or other resources to enhance patient care delivery and/or department operations Participating in the identification, data collection and appropriate resolution of problems that may involve patients and/or department through quality process improvement activities and hospital pillars (Service, Quality, Growth, Work Place)10%
Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:
Magnet®-designated hospital
150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023
Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs
Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare , Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:
Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers
150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023
Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of Methodist Health System (MHS) to select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of MHS to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, marital status, genetic information or ancestry. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee’s compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training, development, transfer all other privileges of employment. MHS is committed to maintain a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee’s exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.
