Histotechnologist

Department:

02090 GCMG Dermatology: Pineville - Dermatology

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hou rs Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

PRN as needed

Shifts will vary from Monday - Friday

0730 - 1530

Locations to cover sites: Center City Charlotte, Pineville, and Concord locations

Pay Range:

$28.55 - $42.85

The Histotechnologist is responsible for accessioning specimens; preparing frozen sections, assisting in gross specimen examination, preparing fixed tissue specimens, and cutting, mounting, and staining tissue sections for microscopic examination by a pathologist.

Job Requirements:

Currently enrolled in a HT or HTL (ASCP) program and must obtain certification within one year of completing program or one year from hire date

or

Certified HT or HTL (ASCP) and one year of experience is required

or

An uncertified HT with a minimum of three years of experience is required

Physical Requirements:

Works in laboratory with exposure to chemicals, pathogens and patient blood and body fluids.

Some latex exposure may be expected.

Moderate lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying.

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and on occasion greater than 25 pounds with assistance.

Frequent walking, standing, stooping, and reaching.

Sitting with use of computer for long periods of time.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs frozen section preparations within expected time while ensuring tissue is embedded properly, cut accurately, and stained correctly so that diagnosis to clinician can be made promptly.

Performs routine, special stains, and immune histochemical stains.

Recognizes deviations from expected results and uses judgment in determining appropriate actions.

Assists with autopsies according to standard procedures as assigned.

Prepares and organizes tissue specimens and assists in gross examination.

Prepares specimens to be sent to other laboratories for testing ensuring order accuracy and correct lab is chosen for testing.

Stores or disposes of prepared specimens, slides, and blocks in a neat retrievable manner.

Completes required daily procedures with accuracy.

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Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

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Responsible for accessioning specimens; preparing frozen sections, assisting in gross specimen examination, preparing fixed tissue specimens, and cutting, mounting, and staining tissue sections for microscopic examination by a pathologist.