Job Information
Queen's Health System Histotechnologist (Full-Time, 40, Day) in Honolulu, Hawaii
RESPONSIBILITIES
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs histologic techniques, routine and special staining and preparation of cytologic specimens.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Essential: standing, sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
• Continuous: sitting, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
• Frequent: walking, twisting body, reaching above and at shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions.
• Occasional: standing, stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, lifting weight of 10 pounds up to 50 pounds.
• Operates microtome, tissue processor, tissue embedder, computer, label printer, calculator, telephone, fax and printer.
III TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, chemicals, communicable diseases and other hazardous materials.
• Exposure to fumes from formaldehyde, xylene and alcohol.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
• Current certification as Histotechnician HT(ASCP) or Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP) with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
B. EXPERIENCE:
• One (1) year recent work experience as a histology technician desirable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet