Histology Technician
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Under general supervision, prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis.
- Experience using automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes, and other lab equipment.
- Exhibits accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work for quality.
- Ability to work independently with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
- Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis.
- Gross, process, embed, cut, and stain surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review.
- Performs complex histologic procedures and analyzes and corrects problems using established scientific principles with some supervision.
- Reviews, records and analyzes data to support recommended judgments.
- Maintains instruments, utilizing established protocols.
- Follows established policies and procedures.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.