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Perform and analyze clinical laboratory procedures and tests within scope of licensure associated with the preparation of specimens for the anatomical study of their microscopic structure in support of the hospital's mission of patient care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Histotechnology or related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Histotechnologist Certification (HTL) with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).

2. Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC) Certification through (ASCP).

EXPERIENCE:

1. One (1) year of laboratory experience in histopathology

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Perform assigned laboratory procedures (e.g., but not limited to, specimen accessioning and processing, inventory, ordering, embedding, tissue cutting and staining, frozen section production, special stains for cellular structures, immunohistochemistry).

2. Prepare tissue and produce microscopic slides using a wide variety of tissue techniques (i.e., fixation, embedding, sectioning and standard staining) to produce accurate reproducible results to meet the needs of patients as requested by the physicians.

3. Operate basic and advanced laboratory equipment/instruments (e.g., cryostats, tissue processors, microtomes, knife sharpeners, slide stainers, embedding centers, distillation system, pH meters, special stain units, IHC instrumentation) consistent with manufacturers’ instruction manuals, and with laboratory SOP. Perform quality assurance, quality control, and required equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, calibration and quality control on instruments.

4. Record all work, (e.g., blocks cut, special stains, slides, immunoperoxidase slides, frozen section slides, immunofluorescent slides, re-cut slides, autopsy and surgical slides, decals, conference, teaching and research),

5. Maintain effective communication with laboratory sections, other hospital departments and public, as necessary to assure dissemination of information and the identification/resolution of problems.

6. Participate in the educational endeavors of the institution to meet the current and future needs of the department. Participate as required, in the education of medical students, residents, PA students, School of Medicine students, MLS and Histotechnology students and technicians.

7. Recognize errors, medical and technical problems and utilize expertise to perform minor and major troubleshooting and appropriate and timely problem resolution. Provide input for development of quality assurance and quality control procedures.

8. Participate in planning and implementing change and maintaining and improving productivity through attendance and participation in tech meetings, projects, and discussions with supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.

2. Visual acuity must not be impaired. Color differentiation is required.

3. Manual dexterity for instrument operation including microscope.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Noisy environment.

2. Foul or unpleasant odors.

3. Perform procedures and operate instrumentation while wearing protective apparel.

4. May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse

2. Able to communicate verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and patients.

3. Able to use numerous types of laboratory equipment.

4. Able to follow complex procedures with minimal guidance.

Additional Job Description:

The successful applicant will join Ruby’s Histology laboratory located within the Health Science Center, working alongside other Histotechnologists under the supervision of the Histology Supervisor and the Anatomic Pathology Manager. This role involves rotating duties and responsibilities within the lab and requires flexibility to work one of two shifts, Monday through Friday: either 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM or 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The candidate must adhere to departmental policies and standard operating procedures, possess a general knowledge of Histology practices, and demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills, multitasking ability, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Senior Andrologist (California CLS Required) – Fertility Clinic

Job Summary

The Senior Andrologist is responsible for performing and overseeing advanced andrology and reproductive laboratory procedures within a fertility clinic setting. This role supports male fertility evaluation, endocrine testing, and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) by performing semen analyses, sperm preparation, and hormone testing while ensuring compliance with California laboratory regulations.

The Senior Andrologist also supervises andrology laboratory operations, maintains quality control standards, and collaborates closely with reproductive endocrinologists, embryologists, and clinical staff to support patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Andrology Laboratory Testing

• Perform diagnostic semen analysis according to WHO guidelines and laboratory protocols.
• Conduct advanced sperm function testing including:
• Morphology assessment
• Motility and vitality analysis
• Sperm concentration and total motile count
• DNA fragmentation testing when applicable
• Prepare sperm samples for assisted reproductive technologies (ART) including:
• Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
• In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
• Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
• Process surgical sperm retrieval samples including TESA, PESA, and micro-TESE.

Endocrinology & Hormone Testing

• Perform and oversee reproductive endocrinology testing related to fertility diagnostics.
• Operate immunoassay analyzers including Roche Cobas e411 for hormone testing (e.g., FSH, LH, Estradiol, Progesterone, AMH, Testosterone, hCG, Prolactin).
• Perform linearity verification and calibration verification (CALVER) as required by laboratory validation protocols.
• Conduct and document CAP Proficiency Testing (PT) in compliance with CLIA and CDPH regulations.
• Troubleshoot analyzer performance issues and perform corrective actions as needed.
• Perform routine and scheduled instrument maintenance, calibration checks, and functional verification of the analyzer.
• Monitor assay performance and maintain quality documentation for regulatory inspections.

Sperm Banking & Cryopreservation

• Perform sperm cryopreservation and thawing procedures for fertility preservation and donor banking.
• Maintain specimen tracking and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, FDA tissue regulations, and California Department of Public Health (CDPH) requirements.

Laboratory Operations & Quality Management

• Maintain compliance with California Clinical Laboratory licensing regulations.
• Implement and maintain laboratory quality assurance and quality control programs.
• Perform method validation, verification, and instrument performance checks.
• Assist with preparation for CAP, CLIA, and CDPH laboratory inspections.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory records.

Leadership & Training

• Supervise and train andrology and laboratory technologists.
• Ensure staff competency and continuing education compliance.
• Assist in development and updates of laboratory SOPs.
• Participate in laboratory audits and regulatory readiness activities.

Clinical Collaboration

• Work closely with reproductive endocrinologists, urologists, embryologists, and nursing staff.
• Provide consultation regarding male fertility testing, sperm preparation methods, and endocrine laboratory results.
• Participate in multidisciplinary patient case discussions and treatment planning.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.

Licensure

• Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).

Experience

• 5+ years of laboratory experience, preferably in fertility, andrology, or reproductive medicine laboratories.
• Experience performing semen analysis, sperm preparation for ART, and hormone immunoassay testing.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting Roche Cobas e411 or similar immunoassay analyzers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in IVF or assisted reproductive technology laboratories.
• Familiarity with CAP accreditation standards, CLIA requirements, and CDPH regulations.
• Experience with instrument validation, proficiency testing programs, and regulatory inspections.

Key Skills

• Advanced knowledge of male fertility diagnostics and semen analysis techniques
• Expertise in ART sperm preparation methods
• Strong knowledge of endocrinology testing and immunoassay instrumentation
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory instruments and perform technical maintenance
• Thorough understanding of CAP, CLIA, and CDPH regulatory compliance
• Strong attention to detail and laboratory documentation practices
• Effective leadership and communication skills

Work Environment

• Fertility clinic laboratory setting
• Handling of human reproductive specimens and biological materials
• May require early morning, weekend, or on-call work depending on clinical schedules

This position qualifies for a $10K Sign-on Bonus plus $5K Relo if applicable

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

• The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
• A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team

Summary:

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques;
actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
• Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
• Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required

Work Schedule:

MIDS - 12 HOURS

Work Type:

Full Time

Summary:

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques;
actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
• Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
• Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time

This position qualifies for a $10K Sign-on Bonus plus $5K Relo if applicable

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

• The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
• A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team

Summary:

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques;
actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
• Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
• Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Summary:

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques;
actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
• Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
• Certification of Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

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Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing a safe environment for all age groups of surgical patients. Assists the perioperative nurse with patient care, prepares and maintains supplies in the operating room (OR), ensures that procedure preparations are based on individual patients and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Provides guidance to Surgical Technologist I and Surgical Technologist Pathways employees, as needed.

Responsible primarily for less complex cases.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Functions in the scrub role by preparing, organizing, and anticipating needed instruments, supplies, and equipment for safe patient care and operative procedure.

3. *Will not first assist with any procedure; will not do any incision closures.

4. *May apply skin staples when skin edges have been approximated by credentialed provider.

5. *May apply skin sealant and steri-strips as part of the dressing after skin has been closed.

6. *Defines and practices aseptic technique and infection control principles as they apply to the OR.

7. *Safely and efficiently passes surgical instruments and supplies in the operating room (OR) and labor and delivery room (LDR).

8. *Properly identifies, preserves and manages tissue and fluid specimens and cultures.

9. *Manages supplies, instruments and equipment appropriately according to Medical Center procedure.

10. *Assists the nurse in perioperative care of the patient including transporting and positioning

11. *Counts/preps surgical instruments and supplies.

12. *Delivers medications (drugs or biologicals) received in the surgical suite to the appropriate operating room via case cart or medication cart.

13. *Handles and prepares medication for use on the sterile field in the operating room under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year prior experience working as a Surgical Technologist or two (2) years Sterile Processing experience required.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Certification in Basic Life Support (CPR) required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.