Histotechnician

Intermountain Health

6d • $24 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a Laboratory Supervisor, the Registered Histotechnician supports the flow of anatomic pathology specimens, which may include tissue embedding, microtomy, frozen section cryotomy, and staining. The Registered Histotechnician is a certified Histotechnician who organizes and manages the flow of anatomic pathology specimens through the laboratory, from specimen receipt through preparation of final diagnostic slides. Responsible for microtomy, cryotomy and embedding Anatomic Pathology specimens. Provide training and orientation to new team members and assist with advanced instrument and specimen troubleshooting. Supports the laboratory QA program by monitoring indicators such as quality control, temperatures, and instrument failures. Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting and take corrective action when standards are not met. May also assist with surgical pathology gross examination, dependent on education verification and site-specific competencies.

Requirements

• Registered Histotechnician ($26.74-$41.28 based on experience)
• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program within the last five years, or 60 semester hours or equivalent, including a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), or associate degree with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both). Education will be verified by Quality Assurance Manager or Director.
• Histotechnician ASCP certification, or equivalent
• Registered Histotechnologist ($35.60-$54.93 based on experience)
• Bachelor's Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both)
• Histotechnologist ASCP certification, or equivalent.
• Unregistered Histotechnician ($24.30-37.52 based on experience)
• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program within the last five years, or 60 semester hours or equivalent, including a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), or Associate degree with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both). Education will be verified by Quality Assurance Manager or Director.
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORM NEW YORK TESTING: Successful completion of an associate's degree in a Histotechnician Program
• Successful completion of an associate's degree in a chemical, physical or biological science AND 1 year of histology experience or training within the past 5 years or successful completion of a 9-month (minimum) histotechnician program
• Successful completion of a bachelor's degree in chemical, physical or biological science including a combination or 30 hours in biology and chemistry AND 1 year of histology experience or training within the past 5 years or successful completion of a 9-month (minimum) histotechnician program
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Biological Sciences
• Histology
• Anatomic Pathology
• Surgical Pathology
• Laboratory Instruments
• Reading
• Quality Control

Nice To Haves

• Two years histology experience, preferred
• Two years histology experience, preferred
• Previous pathology or histology experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Organizes and manages the flow of anatomic pathology specimens through the laboratory, from specimen receipt through preparation of final diagnostic slides.
• Responsible for microtomy, cryotomy and embedding Anatomic Pathology specimens.
• Provide training and orientation to new team members and assist with advanced instrument and specimen troubleshooting.
• Supports the laboratory QA program by monitoring indicators such as quality control, temperatures, and instrument failures.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting and take corrective action when standards are not met.
• May also assist with surgical pathology gross examination, dependent on education verification and site-specific competencies.
• Utilizes appropriate histology and cytology staining techniques.
• Utilizes routine, special and immunohistochemical staining techniques.
• Ensures slides are free of artifacts.
• Ensures controls exhibit appropriate staining characteristics.
• Operates automatic stainers according to written protocols.
• Recognizes abnormal staining results and troubleshoots to correct the results.
• Completes staining within established turn-around- times.
• Maintains an inventory of stains as needed.
• Employs appropriate cover slipping of slides and maintains specimen identification integrity through the processes.
• Performs special projects as assigned.
• Completes special projects and tasks within time guidelines and reviews progress with the section manager as needed.
• Assists in writing and reviewing new policy/procedure for the section as needed.
• Provides education to others as needed, assists in computer system design, upgrades, maintenance of database, if required.
• Participates in learning activities to expand understanding and knowledge of the field of histology.
• Assists in maintaining the laboratory section to CLIA, CAP (College of American Pathologists) and Joint Commission standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performs competency testing as required by accrediting agencies.
• Assists in performing maintenance per protocol.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation as required.

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus: up to $2,500
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree