Histotechnologist I

Quest Diagnostics•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Histotechnologist I performs routine and non-routine activities to prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists, following established policies and procedures. The role is capable of performing all duties and responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II. Responsibilities include tissue accessioning, processing and embedding; microtomy; routine and special staining; and potentially immunohistochemistry (IHC) work. The position also supports equipment maintenance, quality control, documentation, and compliance with applicable laboratory regulations. This position is in Seattle, Washington, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The pay range is $33.71 to $55.63 per hour. Salary offers depend on relevant skills, training, experience, education, applicable certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree, or equivalent training and experience.
1–3 years of experience as a Histotechnician.
HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine activities to prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists in accordance with policies and procedures.
Perform all duties and responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II.
Accession and label tissue samples and process related paperwork.
Ensure proper tissue processing and embed processed tissue in paraffin.
Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.
Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining and cover-slip stained slides manually or using automated equipment.
Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures; obtain and validate tissue used in special stains; and perform special stain procedures.
May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures, obtain and validate IHC control material, and perform IHC testing.
File finished blocks and slides.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning, troubleshoot minor equipment failures, and document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
Follow laboratory quality control policies and document quality control activities.
Meet corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards and comply with local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.

Benefits

Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Well-being programs.
Annual no-cost health assessment program.
Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program.
Vacation and health/flex time.
Six holidays plus one “MyDay” off.
FinFit financial coaching and services.
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Life and disability insurance, with buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.