Histotechnologist I,II,III- 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift- HUP- $10K Sign-On Bonus

About the role

The Histotechnologist is employed in a clinical laboratory setting and is responsible for the performance of procedures according to established and approved protocols, which require the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation. The Histotechnologist III performs procedures in routine histotechnology, special stains, as well as instrument maintenance and quality control standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of technical procedures that result in the creation of microscopic slide preparations, including: Routine Tissue Processing, Decalcification, Tissue Embedding, Microtomy Techniques, Routine and Special Staining, Frozen Section Techniques, Special Specimen Preparation (EM, IF, IH, etc.)
• Evaluates, prepares, and maintains procedures to ensure timely and consistent work output; investigates and performs research, development, and evaluation of new procedures
• Operates and maintains instrumentation; evaluates and recommends new instrumentation selection
• Maintains records and documentation required to manage daily workflow
• Recognizes and recommends areas for Quality Improvement monitors
• Assists the supervisor in managing records, preparing reports, and modifying procedures as necessary
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills required to perform as a team leader in a constantly changing environment
• May assume a management role that includes orientation, training, and evaluation of new employees
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all phases of laboratory work and findings
• Responsible for maintaining adequate staffing on all three shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Maintains necessary documentation for procedures to ensure quality and continuity of laboratory work, including specimen information records and instrumentation performance records
• Interprets and assists in the development of policy and procedure manuals
• Maintains inventory and supplies in laboratory
• Utilizes basic computer applications for data entry, record keeping, and reporting
• Communicates effectively
• Adapts to a changing work environment by organizing and prioritizing time and resources to produce the most effective work performance
• Assesses and develops work tasks and systems to optimize lab performance

Requirements

• Certification by a minimum standards exam such as the Board of Certification HTL–American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent, or eligible to take such an exam (Required)
• Candidates holding current HTL ASCP certification will be hired as Histotechnologist II or III
• Associate of Arts or Science in Histotechnology or other biological or chemical science, or U.S. equivalent (substantiated by foreign credential evaluation statement) (Required)
• Bachelor of Arts or Science (Preferred)
• 5 years of experience or HTL ASCP certification (Required for Histotechnologist II level)
• 7 years of experience (Required for Histotechnologist III level)
• Qualified to perform high-complexity testing per the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (Preferred)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy.

Pay

$10K Sign-on bonus.

Schedule

1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift Full-Time