Histotechnologist

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures.
• Performs all routine histology functions that support the production of microscopic slides for interpretation by a pathologist.
• Accesesions tissue specimens, assists Pathologist Assistants, sections frozen tissue using a cryostat, processes and embeds tissue specimens, performs microtomy and staining, prepares solutions and stains, completes specialty testing using histochemical and/or immunohistochemical techniques, and performs quality control procedures.
• Evaluates results for accuracy and resolves complex test problems.
• Maintains oversight as a key operator of multiple work areas.
• Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them using excellent customer service skills.
• Accurate and timely processing of specimens.
• Reviews orders and verifies correct patient labeling.
• Processes specimens with strict adherence to the quality control and quality assurance policies.
• Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.
• Functions as Charge Tech in the absence of Lead/Supervisor/Manager.
• Stocks, rotates and requests supplies.
• Communicates complex department issues with Technical Specialist, Manager, or Pathologist.
• Participates and assists in the direct observation of staff for the annual competency program.
• May be involved in procedure writing, validation and implementation of new methodologies, as directed by Technical Specialist.
• Serves as the trainer for new employees.
• Participates in departmental or system wide meetings, project/committees as assigned.
• Performs various clerical duties.
• Participates in the training of employees and students.
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned.
• Assists in Direct Observations of staff for annual competency program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in histotechnology or related science from an accredited institution plus completion of clinical internship.

CLIA defined Qualifications

• 493.1423 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.
• 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications.
• 493.1491 Technologist qualifications on or before February 28, 1992.

Licenses/Certifications

• Histotechnologist, HTL certification by a recognized agency such as ASCP or NCA within 180 Days required.

Physical Demands

• Light Work: Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently.

FTE

• 1.0 (80 hours per two week pay period)

Shift

• 8-hour permanent evenings shift

Benefits Summary

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retail Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Employee Resources Groups (ERGs)
• Community Involvement and Volunteering Events

Pay Range

• $38.67 to $52.47 per hour

Shift Differential

• Occasional weekend

Benefits Eligibility/Offerings

• Based on FTE and union agreement (if applicable).