Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Performs histological procedures including embedding, cutting, and staining surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review. Recognizes deviation from expected results and analyzes and corrects problems within established periods to expedite diagnosis. Maintains reagents and equipment in proper quantities and condition. Records instrument maintenance troubleshoots where necessary to insure accurate generation of test results. Uses computer equipment to receive and validate laboratory orders to record and transmit test data efficiently. Analyzes and records QC data with appropriate follow-up. May implement corrective action after consultation with supervisory personnel to verify accuracy and precision of instruments and staining quality. Communicates with clinical staff about specimen submission requirements to answer inquiries about test results and methodology to keep medical staff knowledgeable of laboratory functions. Participates in orientation and training of new employees and students, hospital and laboratory in-service and continuing education programs and mandated annual proficiency testing to ensure currency of job knowledge and technical competency. Performs other duties as assigned by lead, supervisor, or manager. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Education: Associate’s degree in related life science or applied science field OR HEW/ HHS or HT(ASCP) certification with laboratory experience in lieu of a degree AND Experience: 1-2 years’ previous experience preferred; student training accepted. Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements: HT (ASCP) or equivalent preferred. Work Shift. Workday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub Type. Regular. Employee Entity. Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. Primary Location Address 132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.