Histotechnologist - Part Time - Day Shift

Job Title

Independently works to perform routine and special histological procedures on patient tissue specimens.

Job Description

$7,500 sign on bonus available

Independently works to perform routine and special histological procedures on patient tissue specimens.

Essential Responsibilities

• Embeds, sections, accurately labels and processes tissue sections in accordance with department policies and procedures to produce slides for pathologist's review. Performs routine and special staining procedures. (45%)
• Operates, calibrates, checks and maintains instrumentation. Recognizes and troubleshoots problems with quality control and test procedures and takes appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information. (25%)
• Serves as a consultant to histotechnicians and other health care providers as needed. (5%)
• Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (15%)
• May assist with collection of anatomic pathology specimens. (5%)
• May mentor students and new employees in laboratory testing following WPAHS policies and procedures. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in ASCP eligible program or equivalent
• HLT(ASCP) certification or eligible and obtained within one (1) year of hire or transfer

Preferred

• Clinical histology experience