Histotechnologist I

Medical University of South Carolina

4d • Onsite

About The Position

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina. This position is responsible for processing all specimens received in the Histology laboratory under minimal supervision. This position requires independent judgment in selection of methodologies utilized in processing tissue specimens and in solving routine problems. Histotechnologists contribute to the overall efficiency of the laboratory or pathology practice in a cost effective manner by performing a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of preparing and Histological processing of all surgical pathology specimens in preparation for pathologist review and diagnosis.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent
• 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professional experience
• HTL(ASCP) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Processing all specimens received in the Histology laboratory under minimal supervision.
• Utilizing independent judgment in selecting methodologies for processing tissue specimens.
• Solving routine problems encountered in the Histology laboratory.
• Preparing and histologically processing all surgical pathology specimens in preparation for pathologist review and diagnosis.
• Contributing to the overall efficiency of the laboratory or pathology practice in a cost-effective manner.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Paid time off
• extended sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Disability insurance plan options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual Merit Increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level