Newport News, Virginia Hiring Range $16.80 - $21.83/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. Overview The Cyto/Histo Support Tech is responsible for performing respective assigned area (gross room, frozen section room, cytology and/or histology) lab duties including, but not limited to, frozen section stain maintenance, tissue disposal, management of specimen storage, stain maintenance and documentation; office supply request completion and shipping; and quality control/assurance duties and documentation. This position will be responsible for helping to maintain efficient supply inventory in a timely manner necessary to maintain efficient daily operation. The Cyto/Histo Support Tech effectively communicates with all supporting teams within the laboratory, hospital, affiliate sites, pathologists, physicians and physician office staff for specimen/order quality issues, general information and technical personnel referral. What you will do Demonstrates a working knowledge and performs all aspects of their assigned area's specimen workflows including, but not limited to, patient registration, case accessioning, specimen processing, slide staining, cover glass application and case distribution. Performs duties including but not limited to slide/block/report filing; telephone/fax communications; reagent manufacturer and documentation; routine equipment maintenance/calibration/reporting; send-out specimen preparation, ordering, handling, shipping and tracking; performing and documenting quality control and quality assurance activities. Performs respective assigned area (gross room, frozen section room, cytology and/or histology) lab duties including, but not limited to, frozen section stain maintenance, tissue disposal, management of specimen storage, stain maintenance and documentation; office supply request completion and shipping; and quality control/assurance duties and documentation. Maintains efficient supply inventory and submits needed requests in a timely manner necessary to maintain efficient daily operation. Effectively communicates with all supporting teams within the laboratory, hospital, affiliate sites, pathologists, physicians and physician office staff for specimen/order quality issues, general information and technical personnel referral. Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the technology systems necessary for department operations through the accurate performance of assigned job duties to ensure quality patient care. Recognizes, fixes and reports corrections/variances consistently to improve laboratory operations. Maintains a safe environment by complying with RHS policies/procedures/regulatory requirements that support the National Patient Safety Goals and Quality Initiatives. Recognizes and reports variances and provides resolutions. Uses appropriate protective equipment, body mechanics and follows safety guidelines and procedures; identifies and acts to resolve variances or suspected non-compliance to management. Responsible for ensuring department is maintaining accreditation form College of American Pathologist (CAP), DNV, and other accrediting agency standards (as required) within the department. Duties include but are not limited to: validation testing, performance of proficiency samples, preventative maintenance, QC documentation, Temperature Checks, method comparisons, etc. Collaborates with physicians and physician office staff, nursing and nursing representatives to provide for the specialized needs of the patients. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED, (Required) Associates Degree, in a Science-related field (Preferred) Experience 1 year Experience in a hospital setting and knowledge of laboratory medical terminology. (Preferred) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities. Unfortunately, job scams are on the rise across the country, and we want to help you feel confident in knowing what is — and is not — part of our hiring process. Learn more about how to recognize a legitimate Riverside job opportunity and what to do if you suspect a scam by visiting this site.

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