Histotechnologist

Full-Time opportunity for a Histotechnologist in the Anatomic Pathology Laboratory department.

This is a state-of-the-art laboratory, operating twenty-four hours per day, where you will be able to utilize your training, experience and skills to learn and grow. The AP Lab performs over 75,000 cases per year.. There are on-site ICH and Molecular labs and a significant opportunity for professional development. The lab is accredited by CAP, JCAHO; certified by CLIA and registered with the FDA.

$5000 Sign on bonus elgibile

POSITION PURPOSE

Primary responsibilities include performing all necessary histology procedures pertaining to accessioning and the technical preparation of all pathology specimens. Additional responsibilities include: performing a variety of special stain procedures, operate and maintain automated staining and coverslipper, tissue processors, microtomes, and cryostats. Prepares solutions and reagents for immunostaining according to established formulas, using analytical balance, pH meter, and other instruments. Function with the Pathologist in preparing frozen section slides..

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verifies accuracy of patient information and samples submitted for examination.
• Picks up cytology and surgical specimens from various locations throughout the hospital and campus such as surgery, endoscopy, specimen reception, etc.
• Responsible for accessioning and billing of cytology and surgical specimens through entering data into LIS computer application. Orders and prints labels and worklists.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining and coverslipping of surgical specimens using established quality control standards to ensure patient safety
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of a variety of special stains as requested by the Pathologist.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of immunohistochemical stains as requested by the Pathologist.
• Freezes, cuts and prepares rapid H&E stained sections for frozen tissue microscopic examination, using established quality control standards to ensure patient safety
• Checks stained slides against paraffin blocks and gross dictation to determine completeness of sections, using established quality control standards to ensure patient safety. Distributes slides and paperwork to pathologists
• Performs quality control on histology equipment.
• Clean, stock, and perform quality control of the work areas.
• Safely work with lab chemicals including recycling, handling, and disposal.
• Maintains quality control and maintenance records within the pathology lab section under direction of the Section Leader and/or Manager.
• Participates in the maintenance of the monthly pathology lab statistics.
• Files and/or pulls slides for slide conferences, old case review, etc.
• Files slides and blocks for appropriate storage.
• Participates in continuing education programs.
• Performs other duties assigned.
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, associates, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHS.
• Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

Education

• Associates Degree in Science or Applied Science (or equivalent) and completion of an accredited training program in Histotechnology or two years histology work experience, and/or High School Diploma and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program.
• Current HT or HTL ASCP certification preferred.

Experience

• 1-3 years histology experience preferred.

At Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, we believe that taking care of our professionals leverages the quality of service we can provide to our patients. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is just one aspect of what makes our career opportunities so remarkable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Histology: 1 year (Preferred)
• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• HTL Certification (Preferred)
• HT Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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