Histology Technologist

Overview Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Histology Technologist? At HCA Florida Aventura Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Job Summary And Qualifications Seeking a Histology Technologist / Histo Tech / Histotechnologist to provide expertise and champion results. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels the patient experience is as meaningful as we do. You Will: Analyze testing samples according to instructions and perform quality control procedures per protocol Embed tissue specimens in correct orientation at a rate of 45 - 60 seconds per block Section paraffin blocks at an average rate of 35 - 40 blocks per hour Produce sections of correct thickness with a minimum of cutting artifacts Perform routine H & E stain performed according to Department procedure Recognize inferior staining prior to submitting and corrects the problem to meet standards Perform any on-site special stains and histo-chemical methods Prepare smears, cell blocks, and Cytospin preparations Ensure correct Cytology and Pathology numbers are entered in the computer under the right prefix, as well as ALL clinical data provided You Should Have: A 2 Year/Associate Degree in Science A 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology is beneficial A State of Florida Technologist License OR the ability to obtain a license during the interview process Less than one year of experience in Histology; 1-3 years of experience in a high-volume histology setting is preferred Benefits HCA Florida Aventura Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn More About Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full service provider for clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital based rapid-response laboratories present in four HCA Healthcare divisions within the state of Florida. Our core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers and commercial accounts. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Histology Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA Healthcare