Lead Histology Technician
Company: Houston Methodist Hospital
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 3, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Lead Histology Technician position is
responsible for serving as the lead person for the assigned
section(s) within Laboratory Services and in this capacity performs
lead job duties and/or regularly leads projects or performs
specialized responsibilities as a regular part of normal job
responsibilities. This position serves as the liaison between
management, staff and physicians for routine matters, resolving
questions and issues. This position serves to support staff in
ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care and adherence to
standards of practice for optimal patient safety, quality outcomes,
and customer service. Duties may be varied and may include many of
the following: organize work schedules, create work assignments,
review timecards for accuracy, conduct quality assurance audits of
staff performance, develop and implement quality improvement
activities, train and mentor staff, provide feedback on staff
performance and developmental needs, collect/analyze/report on
data, prepare reports on performance and metrics, and other
responsibilities of a similar nature and level. This position
performs Histology Technician/Specialist functions, such as
performing both routine and complex analyses and ensuring that
specimens are accessioned and processed expeditiously in order to
deliver quality laboratory results in an effective and cost
efficient manner. This position also fulfills the duties of
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) General
Supervisor when required.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be
dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members
of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner. Role models to team members effective communication skills,
assisting in their development of such skills.
- Effectively implements protocols and objectives with team
members to result in optimization of staff performance, teamwork,
patient safety, and customer service. Provides feedback to
management on team member performance and conduct. Develops skills
of team members and continually assists with improving skills,
performance and outcomes. Interviews applicants and provides input
into hiring of new staff.
- Participates in laboratory and organization wide initiatives.
Represents Laboratory Services in committees as directed.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Coordinates the workflow, processes, staff assignments, and
services provided for assigned laboratory section(s), adjusting as
needed, to result in optimum patient care, throughput and patient
experiences. Ensures turnaround time expectations as defined by
management are met by the section teams.
- Serves as liaison between team members, management and
physicians, resolving routine matters for the shift and sections.
- Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures in the
assigned work area.
- Recognizes and ensures critical values (and/or reportable
results) with appropriate laboratory information system
documentation.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Processes specimens and demonstrates knowledge of specimen
requirements and laboratory rejection policies.
- Actively participates in and achieves an acceptable level of
performance on proficiency and competency testing samples.
- Develops plan, leads implementation, and performs data analysis
of validations. Coordinates instrument maintenance and repairs.
Assists with policy review and submission.
- Independently handles resolution of complex problems and issues
for section. Serves as escalation support for less experienced
staff.
- Compiles and reviews monthly quality control data, to include
actions for variances identified, and provides proper
documentation. Oversees section compliance by reviewing and
responding to College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation
Checklists questions/findings. Completes online CAP Inspector
Training. Investigates and responds to reports on patient safety
matters.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks. Provides leadership to staff on efficient
utilization of time according to budgetary guidelines. Accurately
reviews and edits team member's timecards for management approval.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that will
improve quality or service.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies for self and others with a focus on continual
development. Gains and utilizes knowledge of new technologies that
are emerging for laboratory.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Associate degree in related field if certified after December
31, 2004
- If fulfilling the duties of CLIA General Supervisor -
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical
laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited
institution
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Four years of experience as a Histology Technician.
- May consider HM employee with at least three years of
experience, of which a minimum of one year as a HM Histology
Technician and who demonstrates leadership abilities
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- HT(ASCP) - Histotechnician (ASCP) OR
- HTL(ASCP) - Histotechnologist (ASCP)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills
with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of
excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians
and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing
heavy workflow with minimal supervision
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain
accuracy
- Ability to work independently and execute above average
technical skills
- Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion to recognize
problems ranging from simple to complex, identify causes and take
corrective action
- Strong training, leadership, and mentoring skills
- Able to research information for new platforms and/or emergent
technologies
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and
Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other
related documents
- Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient
careSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area YesCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News &
World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas (two-way tie) and one
of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care
hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship
hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the
nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in
innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program.
Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among
the nation's leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell
Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also
has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University
of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more
than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers
unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the
world.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive
of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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