Histotech Anatomic Pathology - Providence Anchorage

Providence • Anchorage, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepares tissue specimens for diagnostic examination by fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy (cutting/mounting), routine / special staining; Performs routine instrument operations with working knowledge of maintenance and troubleshooting protocol; Evaluates routine / special stains for expected reactivity and quality of section; Maintains records of special stain control results and department statistics as required. Performs automated immunohistochemistry staining and assists with Quality Assurance activities including procedure development and written protocols. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. We are hiring for a Histotech Anatomic Pathology position at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK! Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, 8-hr Night shifts, 40 hours per week. Relocation Assistance available for eligible hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment. Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite with additional screening questions from our HireVue system!

Requirements

• Associate's degree - From an accredited program with 12 semester (18 quarter hours) hours in biology and chemistry OR Coursework/Training - At least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) OR Coursework/Training - Completion of a certified histology program approved by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
• National Histotechnician - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire OR National Histotechnologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire
• 1 year - Experience as a HT I or as a histotechnician / histotechnologist in a hospital histology lab or similar setting.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years - Experience as a HT I or as a histotechnician / histotechnologist in a hospital histology lab or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tissue specimens for diagnostic examination by fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy (cutting/mounting), routine / special staining
• Performs routine instrument operations with working knowledge of maintenance and troubleshooting protocol
• Evaluates routine / special stains for expected reactivity and quality of section
• Maintains records of special stain control results and department statistics as required
• Performs automated immunohistochemistry staining and assists with Quality Assurance activities including procedure development and written protocols

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
• The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world.
• As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth.
• Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.
• Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits.
• Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons.
• These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees