Histotechnologist II
About The Position
The Histotechnologist II performs routine histopathology functions and some more complex tasks, working under limited supervision. The position provides guidance to technical staff and may lead projects. It is intended for candidates with prior histotechnologist experience and ASCP certification in Histotechnology. The role involves preparing slides for pathologist evaluation, performing special stains, and potentially performing gross tissue examination and immunohistochemistry (IHC) when the required qualifications are met. The Histotechnologist II may also prepare non-gynecological specimens, including Fine Needle Aspiration specimens, after completing relevant training. The position ensures quality control, quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance, and maintains an organized work area. This position is in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a Tuesday-to-Saturday schedule from 3:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent training and experience.
- HT (ASCP) certification.
- Three years of histology experience.
- Current state licensure, if applicable.
- Meet corporate policy requirements for minimum qualifications for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.
- If performing immunohistochemistry testing, meet corporate minimum qualification requirements for personnel performing IHC testing.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- HTL (ASCP) certification.
- Graduate of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program.
- Six years of histopathology experience.
- Immunohistochemistry experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in preparing slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists, according to policies and procedures.
- Perform all duties and responsibilities of a Histotechnologist I.
- Perform gross tissue examination when qualified under applicable CLIA requirements and corporate policy.
- Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
- Obtain and validate control tissue used in special stains.
- Perform special stain procedures.
- Prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures when required.
- Obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures when required.
- Perform IHC testing when required and qualified.
- Provide training and guidance to Histotechnicians, Histotechnologists, students, and lab aides.
- Prepare non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, and coverslipping, after completing training; this includes Fine Needle Aspiration specimens.
- Follow laboratory quality control policies and document quality control activities; recognize and correct outliers.
- Differentiate acceptable and unacceptable tissue processing, embedding, cutting, and staining.
- Develop, execute, or validate new procedures when required.
- Identify and resolve problems that may affect test performance or reporting, or promptly report them to the histology supervisor or manager, technical supervisor, or director.
- Complete daily routine histology functions without supervision.
- Ensure corporate safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.
- Ensure compliance with local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations.
- Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees who work 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment program.
- 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.
- Potential annual performance bonus compensation.
- Potential shift differential of 10% for some or all hours on second shift and 15% for some or all hours on third shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
