Histotechnician I

Histotechnician I - Royal Oak, MI Monday to Friday, 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM. Employee may be eligible to receive a shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on the second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on the third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Benefits Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time 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 Account Matching gifts program Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Career advancement opportunities and so much more! Responsibilities Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs limited activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists. Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. Performs limited embedding and microtomy under direct supervision. Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining. Graduates of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program can perform special stains. Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated. Perform specimen preparation on non‑gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non‑gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non‑complex equipment. Perform filing of finished blocks and slides. Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CMS and CAP regulations. Maintain a clean and well‑organized work area. Other duties, as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications Required Work Experience: 1 year of experience in a histology or related laboratory setting. Preferred Work Experience: Previous experience as a histotechnician. Physical and Mental Requirements: Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Knowledge: Basic medical terminology. Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) Some College Courses, College level science courses (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications: Current state licensure, if applicable (Required) NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Quest Diagnostics Incorporated