Histology Technologist II - FT - Nights - $15K Sign on Bonus - MRPS

Memorial Healthcare

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision. Summary: The level II Histology Technologist prepares histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist.

Requirements

• Bachelors (Required)
• Clinical Lab Supervisor License (SU LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Clinical Lab Technologist License (TN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Intermediate knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Intermediate knowledge of laboratory information systems.
• Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience required as a Histotechnologist.
• Florida State License as a Technologist (TN License) or Supervisor (SU License) in the area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.
• Prepares for and participates in inspections and assists the laboratory in meeting all regulatory guidelines.
• Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
• Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining.
• May perform Immunohistochemistry and Histochemistry and assist with implementation.
• Performs quality control, preventative maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees