Histotechnologist

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Histotechnologist with St. David's North Austin Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary As a Histotechnologist, you will perform all functions related to preparation of specimens for pathologist examination, including gross examination, preparation and cutting of blocks, and preparation and staining of slides. You will ensure the specimens taken are acceptable and sustainable in the required observation and diagnosis by the Pathologist. You will also be responsible for safety, maintenance, and quality control activities. Responsibilities Accession specimens with proper patient information, and log specimens accurately with patient data, specimen types and sources Process, embed, cut, mount and stain specimens Accurately file slides, cassettes and tissue blocks Prepare, label, and observe expiration dates on solutions and reagents Assist with bone marrow aspirations and biopsies, fine needle aspirations, and renal biopsies Assist with lab maintenance to include cleaning, restocking, preventative maintenance of equipment, instrument performance checks, and specimen discarding Qualifications Experience 1 year of previous experience as a Histotechnologist Education Associate’s degree in Histology or Applied Science Graduate of an accredited school or program of Histology or Pathology Benefits St. David's North Austin Medical Center 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 Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. 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 St. David's HealthCare