Histology Technologist

HCA Healthcare • Houston, TX

130d

About The Position

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. We are seeking a Histology Technologist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. The Histology Technologist / Histo Tech / Histotechnologist in HCA Healthcare Lab Service Line plays a vital role in preparing and processing specimens for gross and microscopic examination by a pathologist. This role ensures accurate sample identification and rigorous quality control. The technologist directly impacts patient care by performing a variety of histology and cytology procedures, maintains equipment, and actively contributes to continuous quality improvement within the laboratory setting while working collaboratively with pathologists and the care team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of histology experience OR
• High School Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited program in histotechnology OR
• Associates Degree in Histology, Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry and 1 year of histology experience, OR
• Bachelors Degree or higher in Histotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry
• National Certification as a Histotechnologist, Histotechnician, Medical Laboratory Technician, or Medical Laboratory Scientist required; HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification or equivalent
• State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, TN, WV)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a knowledgeable resource to peers and customers, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Prepare and process specimens for gross and microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist, ensuring optimal conditions for analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of frozen sections of surgical specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist, contributing to rapid diagnostic processes.
• Perform histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing/fixation, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, routine and special stains in accordance with department procedures, adhering to the highest standards of accuracy and consistency.
• Assure positive sample, block and slide identification throughout the sample/slide preparation process, maintaining impeccable traceability and preventing errors.
• Prepare and maintain solutions for stains and histology procedures, ensuring the availability of high-quality reagents for accurate staining.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and instrumentation per manufacturer and department procedures and per department schedule, ensuring optimal functionality and minimizing downtime.
• Utilize independent judgement and problem-solving skills to ensure the accuracy of procedures performed and proper equipment performance, proactively addressing potential issues.
• Troubleshoot and take appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner for resolution, maintaining the integrity of the laboratory processes.
• Adhere to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Identify unacceptable results/outcomes, take corrective action as required and escalate to department leadership when unable to resolve and ensure that patient materials are not provided to a pathologist until the issue has been resolved, safeguarding patient care.
• Actively participate in Continuous Quality Improvement and provide input into the design of workflows, systems and processes and the need for and selection of new methods and equipment, driving innovation and efficiency.
• Support the department in achieving goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment and integration of intra and inter-departmental activities, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
• Act as a resource to peers and customers and model teamwork, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Assist in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested, contributing to the development of a skilled and knowledgeable team.
• Assist in the review and modification of department policies and procedures as requested, ensuring that practices remain current and effective.
• Participate in accreditation inspections, supporting the maintenance of the laboratory's accredited status.
• Perform duties of a Complex Specimen Processor as required, demonstrating versatility and adaptability.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals