Baptist Health

Histology Technician - PRN

Paducah, KY Part time

Summary

Job Description:

Histology Technician – PRN

Responsible to section, stain and mount tissue specimens in preparation for microscopic examination by the pathologist. Assists the pathologist in making various examinations on submitted tissue specimens and subsequent preparations.

Job Duties

  • Prepares all fluids for tissue processing and replaces used fluids and processes all tissue specimens for microscopic examination.
  • Labels all cassettes and receptacles with number corresponding to specimen accession number.
  • Performs special stains hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) slides/cell blocks for histological preparations of various body fluids and tissue specimens.
  • Numbers specimens received into computer system with proper identification as to the patient and specimen type.
  • Assists with processing specimen(s) and frozen sections as required.

Requirements

  • Associate Degree

Preferred Requirements

  • Associate Degree in Applied Sciences preferred
  • Laboratory experience preferred

Work Experience

Education

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.