Certified Histo Tech - Pathology

Prime Healthcare • Lewiston, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

Unlicensed personnel require direct and constant supervision by the Laboratory Director or licensed designee (Business and Professions Code 1269).

Requirements

• HT/ASCP Certification, or equivalent, required
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required

Nice To Haves

• One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of specimens for microscopic evaluation by the Pathologist through the use of a microtomy, special staining, histochemistry, and other appropriate techniques in accordance with the Pathology policy and procedures.
• Must be versed in a range of procedures including processing, cutting, embedding of all types of tissue and body fluid samples.
• The performance of routine and special staining procedures.
• Knowledge of immunohistochemical staining procedures if applicable to job duties.
• Use and maintenance of histology equipment.
• Maintenance of manuals, logs and files appropriate to the department.
• Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed