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UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP<\/strong><\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n
Representative group<\/th>\nJob codes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
SEIU LOCAL 925-HMC Technical<\/td>\n18146 (NE S SEIU 925 HMC T)
\n22524 (NE H NI SEIU 925 HMC T)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SEIU LOCAL 925 Healthcare PROF\/Lab Tech<\/td>\n18326 (NE S SEIU 925 NCP\/LT)
\n22559 (NE H NI SEIU 925 HCP\/LT)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

BASIC FUNCTION<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prepare specimens and perform examination by microscope, instrumentation, computer, and current methodology; guide and instruct Anatomic Pathology Technician Trainees, laboratory assistants and others.<\/p>\n

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Under general supervision, prepare specimens for examination by microscope instrumentation, computer, and current methodology; acquire, examine and prepare specimens for analysis; provide procedural information and specimen protocol to medical or academic staff, personnel from referring institutions\/agencies, and new employees.<\/p>\n

TYPICAL WORK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Monitor and perform quality control of specimens; determine disposition of improperly handled specimens; identify problems, take corrective action, notify supervisor of action taken and monitor follow-up solutions;<\/p>\n

Perform procedures in pathology services, such as histology, flow cytometry, renal biopsy, electron microscopy, autopsy, molecular pathology and immunocytochemistry;<\/p>\n

Perform histology procedures pertaining to preparation of microscopic slides, such as processing, embedding, microtomy, hematoxylin and eosin (H & E) staining, special staining, and coverslipping slides;<\/p>\n

Review requests to determine appropriate techniques or procedures for various types of specimens; assist physician at patient bedside with collection and preparation of biopsies and aspirates; advise pathologist\/resident as to specimen adequacy for processing;<\/p>\n

Process specimens; cut thick and thin sections; process photographic prints;<\/p>\n

Assist in the autopsy for removal of organs; prepare body for transport; preserve and store specimens; provide disposal of fresh and fixed tissue; retrieve and prepare specimen for scheduled conferences and classes;<\/p>\n

Perform immunoperoxidase and immunofluorescence procedures; determine correct concentration of new antibodies using checkerboard titration;<\/p>\n

Process specimens and perform flow cytometric analysis;<\/p>\n

Evaluate cell cycle data and histograms; obtain supporting literature according to tumor type;<\/p>\n

Perform molecular pathology tests; provide results for interpretation by extracting DNA from specimen; amplify DNA target site; identify the presence of a virus or bacterium with specific probes;<\/p>\n

Maintain safe working environment by following all safety regulations;<\/p>\n

Instruct and orient pathology residents; provide procedural information and specimen protocol to medical staff, personnel from referring institutions, and new employees; identify appropriate protocol for specimen distribution;<\/p>\n

Train new employees in pathology procedures, preparation of reagents, and in the proper use and theory of laboratory instrumentation;<\/p>\n

Analyze and determine cause(s) of instrument malfunction, notify supervisor, and take corrective action; maintain quality control of instruments; evaluate new products and instruments to provide input in decision process;<\/p>\n

Record complete patient information; maintain comprehensive records of procedures;<\/p>\n

May assist in developing policies and procedures and developing budgets;<\/p>\n

Perform related duties as required.<\/p>\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Certified, or certified within two years from the date of hire, at the Technician level by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists or the Microscopy Society of America.<\/p>\n

Equivalent education and\/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and\/or registration.<\/p>\n

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY<\/strong><\/p>\n

11\/12\/1993: New Class
\n07\/09\/1999: Revise Class\/MQ
\n06\/01\/2005: CSR Class Conversion
\n03\/08\/2011: Revise Class\/New CBU<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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