Histotechnician II

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)
• Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician I
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures
• Perform special stain procedures
• Perform limited QA/QC functions and identify issues requiring troubleshooting
• Train and perform limited immunohistochemistry staining under the general supervision of a qualified histotechnologist, technical supervisor or other qualified pathologist
• Prepare immunohistochemistry solutions and reagents for IHC procedures under the direct supervision of a qualified histotechnologist, technical supervisor or other qualified pathologist
• Prepare specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures
• Document remedial actions such as repairs and repeated tests
• Adhere to laboratory’s quality control policies, and document all quality control activities
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Work Experience: A.S. degree and one year of experience within the last 10 years, OR H.S. education or equivalent and 5 year’s full-time acceptable experience as a Histotechnician within the last 10 years. ASCP eligible OR five years of full-time experience in the last 10 years
• Current state licensure, if applicable
• Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum Qualifications for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor
• If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP
• Preferred Work Experience: HT (ASCP) Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program 2 years of histopathology experience
• Physical And Mental Requirements: The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects
• Education: Associates Degree (Preferred), Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred), High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications: ASCP Certification (Preferred), Current state licensure, if applicable (Required), NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred)

About the Role

The position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnician to perform technical functions within the histopathology laboratory. The individual will work under the general supervision of experienced histotechnologists.

Benefits

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!