Histologist

Cleveland Clinic•Weston, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. A Histologist is proficient in and responsible for accessioning and processing all tissue, surgical specimens, foreign bodies, orthopedic devices, and other specimens removed during surgery. This close-knit team is known for their teamwork and collaboration. This team is driven and strives to provide quality patient results daily. A caregiver in this role works variable shifts from 11:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. with weekend requirements.

Requirements

High School education
Current license in the State of Florida at the Histology or Cytology Technologist level

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or higher from a NACCLS approved Histotechnology program OR a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science
HT/L (ASCP) certification
Two years of hospital experience
Ability to work with tissue processors

Responsibilities

Process all cytology, biopsy, and aspirate specimens received from other patient care areas.
Perform immunocytochemical stains and assist the pathologist in processing tissue for immediate frozen sections.
Arrange for submission of various tissue and gynecological specimens, which include thin preps and prepared smears to reference laboratories.
Report pertinent information to the pathologist, patient care area, or supervisor (i.e. instrument malfunctions, delay in testing, reagent, or supply depletion.)
Maintain cleanliness of work areas and keep work areas organized and stocked.
Follow safety procedures and utilize all safety devices and personal protective equipment per protocol.
Follow procedures and refer to procedure manuals for proper instructions when needed.
Be proficient in operating instrumentation and equipment and follow trouble-shooting procedures to correct deficiencies or problems as they occur.
Ensure instrument operations and results are reliable and perform maintenance checks, startups, and/or shutdowns as assigned or as required.
Answer telephones, greet customers, and provide consults and technical support to the pathologists, physicians, and nursing staff.
Follow quality control policy and ensure controls are within acceptable limits before patient results are reported.