Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Familiar with histology lab instrumentation and processes.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to prepare tissue specimens to confirm patient diagnoses.
• Ability to perform complex histological procedures, record and analyze data, and maintain/repair instruments.
• Up-to-date knowledge of specimen handling, ranging from accession to specimen storage.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledgeable in troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Ability to support continuous laboratory service improvement to ensure timely preparations for quality diagnoses.
• Ability to maintain safety standards and comply with government regulations in laboratory practices.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrated technical skills and aptitudes related to specific histology laboratory testing.
• Ability and willingness to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, etc.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to change.