Histotechnician - Histology - Full Time

Days: Sunday - Thursday

Full-time: Prepares sections of human tissue for microscopic examination and patient diagnosis, using techniques to gross (dissect tissue), embed (orient specimen in paraffin block), section (cut thin sections of tissue), stain (enhance contrast of tissue and highlight specific features of interest with routine hematoxylin and eosin stains), and mount tissue (adhere tissue onto glass slides), from surgical procedures

Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist

Dispose of hazardous chemical wastes per regulatory guidelines

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Associates or Bachelors of Science degree and completion of histotechnology program preferred.

1-year of experience as a histotech or training in histologic technique is preferred but new graduates are welcome.

Certification as a histotechnician (HT) or histotechnologist (HTL) by American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred.

Bonus points if you’ve got:

2+ years of laboratory training or experience in a high volume laboratory with documented special stain and immunohistochemistry experience

A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people

Free lab services for you and your dependents

Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match

A sense of belonging – we’re a community!

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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