Histotechnologist II - Grossing

Lee Health•Fort Myers, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs moderate- and high-complexity histology procedures on patient specimens and quality-control material, preparing slides and data to assist in diagnosing or treating disease. May perform non-physician gross examinations and/or high-complexity staining procedures, depending on location or shift. Evaluates quality-control results and checks abnormal or unexpected results for accuracy, seeking guidance from a pathologist or supervisor when appropriate. Operates and maintains instruments and equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and departmental policies and procedures, and documents all quality-control data. Participates in quality assessment and improvement, research and development of procedures, and training and orientation of new employees. Communicates effectively and provides good customer service to nursing staff, physicians, patients, coworkers, and other Lee Health customers and employees. This is a full-time, first-shift position at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers, Florida. The stated shift is 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The pay range is $27.48–$34.36 per hour.

Requirements

Two to four years of formal education or training beyond high school and an associate degree, bachelor's degree, or certificate in laboratory science from an accredited institution; experience may substitute for education as described by Florida Clinical Laboratory Personnel Statutes.
Education and training qualifications to perform non-physician gross examinations as described in CAP Anatomic Pathology Checklist requirement ANP.11610 and CLIA regulations.
Clinical Laboratory Technologist (TN) or Clinical Laboratory Supervisor (SU) license.
Communication and interpersonal skills.
General computer skills and ability to operate office equipment, including phone, fax, and copier.

Responsibilities

Perform moderate- and high-complexity histology procedures on patient specimens and quality-control material.
Prepare slides and data to assist in diagnosing and/or treating disease.
Perform non-physician gross examinations and/or high-complexity staining procedures as required by location or shift.
Evaluate quality-control results and check abnormal or unexpected results for accuracy.
Seek guidance from a pathologist or supervisor when appropriate.
Operate and maintain instruments and equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and departmental policies and procedures.
Document quality-control data.
Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities.
Participate in research and development of new procedures.
Train and orient new employees.
Communicate effectively and provide good customer service to nursing staff, physicians, patients, coworkers, and other Lee Health customers and employees.