Histotechnician I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated • Knoxville, TN

139d • $20

About The Position

The Histotechnician I position is an entry level position for individuals with previous histology or other laboratory experience (i.e., laboratory assistant, cytology prep tech, etc.). The individual will receive on the job training to perform specific technical histology functions under the general supervision of a qualified histotechnician II / histotechnologist or higher. This position can also be used for individuals who recently graduated a NACCLS accredited histotechnology program and have not obtained their ASCP certification.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a histology or related laboratory setting
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current state licensure, if applicable
• NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a histotechnician

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs limited activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Performs limited embedding and microtomy under direct supervision.
• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
• Graduates of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program can perform special stains.
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.
• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CMS and CAP regulations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• 6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or ROTH IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Annual incentive plans
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees