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Med Center Health

Surgical Assistant

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

... tissue, and skin. * Applies surgical dressings. * Assists with the transfer of the patient from the operating room. * Performs other Surgical Tech and Surgical Tech First Assistant Class II duties in ...

Baptist Health

Ultrasound Technologist

Richmond, KY · On-site

Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections. An ultrasound technologist (also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer) plays a critical role in a hospital setting by ...

Baptist Health

Ultrasound Technologist

Richmond, KY

Evaluating soft tissue injuries, joint abnormalities, and fluid collections. An ultrasound technologist (also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer) plays a critical role in a hospital setting by ...

King's Daughters

Histotechnician Intern

Ashland, KY · On-site +1

Job Summary Responsible for assisting with the preparing histologic slides from tissue sections ... Twelve semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination ...

DORN

Athletic Trainer

Lexington, KY · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Provide deep tissue therapy to enhance employee performance and well-being. * Documentation ... Technology: Technology savvy to utilize DORNs reporting systems and infield technology when ...

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How to become a tissue technology professional?

To become a tissue technology professional, one typically needs a bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical engineering, or a related field. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions and obtaining relevant certifications can enhance job prospects; familiarity with laboratory equipment and tissue processing techniques is also important.

What is the difference between Tissue Technology vs Histology Technician?

AspectTissue TechnologyHistology Technician
CertificationsTypically requires a Tissue Technology certification or related laboratory credentialsOften requires histology-specific certifications or associate degrees in laboratory sciences
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, hospitalsPathology labs, hospitals, research institutions
Job FocusPreparing, processing, and analyzing tissue samples for research or clinical purposesPreparing tissue samples for microscopic examination and diagnosis

Both roles involve working with tissue samples in laboratory settings, but Tissue Technology often emphasizes research and advanced processing techniques, while Histology Technicians focus on preparing samples for diagnostic pathology. The certifications and daily tasks overlap, making them closely related careers in the laboratory and medical fields.

What cities in Kentucky are hiring for Tissue Technology jobs? Cities in Kentucky with the most Tissue Technology job openings:
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First Assistant (CFA or CSA)

Med Center Health

Bowling Green, KY • On-site

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Job description

Surgical Technician First Assistant

Under the direct supervision and direction of the Operating Surgeon, functions during the assisting Class I phase of role until the conclusion of the operative period. Functions concurrently as a scrub tech.

Minimum Qualifications

Work Experience

Previous First Assistant experience preferred.

Education

Completion of a Surgical Technology Program required.

Certifications/Licensure

CFA or CSA certification required.

Job Specific Performance Standards

The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.

  • Directs and assists in carrying out safe aseptic techniques and procedures. Observes and reports contamination and / or breaks in aseptic technique.
  • Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to operative procedures.
  • Performs positioning, prepping, and draping of the patient and gowns and glove the Surgeon and assistant.
  • Provides hemostasis by clamping blood vessels, coagulating bleeding points, ligating vessels, and by other means as directed by the surgeon.
  • Provides exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning, and sponging techniques.
  • Handles tissues as directed by the surgeon, when making incisions and cutting the tissue.
  • Performs wound closure as directed by the surgeon; sutures the peritoneum, fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and skin.
  • Applies surgical dressings.
  • Assists with the transfer of the patient from the operating room.
  • Performs other Surgical Tech and Surgical Tech First Assistant Class II duties in their absence as stated in the Surgical Technician and Surgical Tech First Assistant Class II job descriptions.
  • Participates in unit meetings, in-service education classes, committees as assigned, and orientation of new personnel to the unit.
  • Maintains patient's safety as defined in the Surgery Policy and Procedures and Nursing Policy and Procedures.
  • Remains calm and follows directions well. Knows where emergency equipment is and how to use it.

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