Dermatology Technician

Department:
02090 AMG Burlington - Dermatology
Status:
Part time
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hou rs Per Week:
14
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Typical hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 7:30am-4:00pm each week.
Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares microscopic slides for subsequent evaluation by the physician by placing tissue samples in selected media; following laboratory procedures for specimen processing and handling.
• Prepares frozen tissue sections for further processing per physician orders.
• Slices tissue samples into micron thick samples mounted on glass slides. Performs several cuts per slide per physician specifications.
• Prepares and adds appropriate chemicals, stains, and coverslip (permanent plastic protectant) to samples per physician order.
• Places samples into slide holder for physician evaluation. Ensures that specimens are properly labeled and suitable for testing.
• Maintains a filing system for paraffin tissue blocks, slides and wet tissue.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• None Required.

Education Required:

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 1 year of experience in a clinical setting that includes experiences in providing direct patient care.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy.
• Ability to effectively perform in a high stress environment with a high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service skills essential. Ability to effectively communicate (both orally and in writing) with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Ability to multi-task, with strong organization and prioritization skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to operate all equipment essential to perform the job.
• Sits and stands the majority of the workday as well as walks, lifts, squats, bends and twists throughout.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and infectious agents.
• Will be exposed to human blood, body fluids and tissue. Must wear protective equipment and clothing such as: lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• May require travel, therefore may be exposed to inclement weather and adverse road conditions.
• Must possess fine manipulation / motor skills.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.