Histologist IV - Lab-Histology, Evenings

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health•Lebanon, NH

About The Position

Sign-On/Retention incentives: up to $7,500 Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC and Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health system member hospitals, and independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), leading to a renovated space designed for workflow efficiency. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is: A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation. A place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates to apply for our open positions. The Histologist IV provides high-quality pathology products to aid in diagnosis. They perform routine tasks and a menu of more advanced tests, such as Immunohistochemistry (including prognostic markers), DIF, Enzyme Histochemistry and Special Stains in a fast paced, high-volume laboratory. They value quality patient care, a positive work environment, and teamwork. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, benefitted, evening-shift position. DHMC offers a 10% shift differential for the evening-shift. DHMC and Clinics is offering a $7,500 sign-on/retention bonus for this position. External applicants only and certain conditions apply. More information about benefits can be found here: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Requirements

At least five years of work experience in a clinical histology laboratory.
Exceptional troubleshooting skills using deductive reasoning and scientific method
Demonstrates & understands the importance of standardized techniques in all areas of Histology; exemplifies the written procedure
Communicates information concisely and effectively, whether written or verbal
Possesses skill at technical writing
Is comfortable with using spreadsheet software (i.e. Excel) to record data and create reports
Is knowledgeable of the trends in Histology & LEAN; has taken the initiative to read & stay current on literature
Expresses a desire to learn from others; accepts constructive criticism in a positive manner & strives for continuous improvement
Is a patient and encouraging mentor; able to help design and administer training & competency reviews
Sets and meets meaningful goals & timelines
Carefully manages time to fulfill responsibilities of routine Histology and assigned projects
Demonstrates good decision-making and initiative; is self-motivated
Route 1: Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program within the last five years prior to the date of application for examination. The education received from a NAACLS accredited HT program is acceptable for a period of five (5) years from the date of completion of that program. After five years, the applicant’s eligibility will be based on clinical laboratory experience as stated in the current examination eligibility requirements.
Route 2: At least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), or an associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND one year of full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last five years. CMS CLIA certificate of registration, compliance, accreditation; OR JCI accreditation; OR Accreditation under ISO 15189. Source: ASCP Website
Route 1: Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnology program within the last five years. The education received from a NAACLS accredited HT/HTL program is acceptable for a period of five (5) years from the date of completion of that program. After five years, the applicant’s eligibility will be based on laboratory experience as stated in the current examination eligibility requirements.
Route 2: Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND one year of full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last five years. CMS CLIA certificate of registration, compliance, accreditation; OR JCI accreditation; OR Accreditation under ISO 15189. Source: ASCP Website
Certified Histotician (HT - ASCP) within 365 days

Nice To Haves

Certified Histotechnologist (HTL - ASCP) preferred

Responsibilities

Performs processing, embedding & microtomy of routine specimens efficiently with highest quality
Performs grossing of specific specimen types if qualified by CLIA regulation.
Performs staining; routine & special stains efficiently with highest quality
Performs immunohistochemistry efficiently with highest quality
Operates and maintains processing and staining equipment
Ensures accurate results by following established quality control practices.
Identifies when a QC problem exists and notifies appropriate technical staff.
Trains in routine and advanced areas of processing, embedding, microtomy & staining.
Provides bench leadership including decision making & problem solving
Performs other duties as required or assigned.