Histology Technologist PRN

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Histology Technologist PRN

Job Summary and Qualifications

You Will:

• Perform histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing/fixation, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, routine stains, IHC and special stains, and case organization in accordance with department procedures.

• Assure positive sample, block and slide identification

• Prepare and maintain reagents for routine stains and histology procedures.

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and instrumentation per manufacturer & department procedures and per department schedule.

• Adhere to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed.

• Utilize independent judgement and problem-solving skills to ensure the accuracy of procedures performed and proper equipment performance.

• Troubleshoots and takes appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner for resolution.

• Adhere to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed.

You Should Have:

• High School Diploma AND minimum two years of histology experience

• OR High School Diploma AND completion of an accredited program in Histotechnology

• OR Associate's degree in Chemistry, Biology AND one year of histology experience

• OR Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry

• National Certification as a MT (ASCP) or HT (ASCP) required

• State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV)

• Thorough knowledge of histology methods and correlation to disease processes

• Ability to follow protocols for the proper fixation and routine staining of samples

• Ability to consistently prepare and produce specimen sections with appropriate slide orientation, thickness, and stain quality for microscopic diagnosis by a pathologist

• Demonstrates good technique in the cutting, embedding, orientation and staining of specimens

• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements

• Excellent communication, teamwork and organizational skills. Sets a positive example.

• Ability to train others

• Effective and proactive problem solving and decision-making skills

Benefits

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services, 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.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder


If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Histology Technologist PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

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.