Histotechnician (Traveler)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

• Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)

• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.

• Ensure proper tissue processing.

• Under general supervision, perform embedding and microtomy for select specimen types as defined by Histology Manager/Supervisor.

• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.

• Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.

• Under general supervision, perform special stains under approval of/at discretion of Histology Manager/Supervisor.

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.

• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.

• Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies, and document all quality control activities.

• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.

• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.

• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.

Minimum Qualifications

• A.A., A.S. degree and one year of experience within the last 10 years, OR H.S. education or equivalent and 5 years full-time acceptable experience as a Histotechnician within the last 10 years.

• HT (ASCP) or ASCP eligible OR five years of full time experience in the last 10 years

• Shift/Time Zone: Monday-Friday 2 pm-10:30 pm

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

Company Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities