Histotechnologist III

AdventHealth • Deland, FL

46d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the laboratory. This position performs all basic histology functions in the preparation of tissue samples for examination, including embedding, cutting, staining, and frozen sections. This role processes specimens for pathologic diagnosis, tissue fixation, and preparing slides for microscopic examination. In addition, this position participates in quality control, quality assurance, and training new staff. This role oversees the day-to-day operations of the lab in the absence of a Supervisor, ensuring adherence to clinical laboratory standards and regulations. Responsibilities include performing competency-validated procedures ordered by appropriate medical staff and physicians, contributing to the accurate and timely diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Requirements

• Associate [Required]
• 5 years of experience as a histotechnologist or in a histology laboratory setting [Required]

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's [Preferred]
• 2 years of experience in histology in an AdventHealth laboratory setting [Preferred]

Responsibilities

• May act as a preceptor for new employees and histology students/interns while providing leadership and mentoring to histotechnicians, histotechnologists, and laboratory support staff.
• Performs quality control testing, equipment maintenance, identifies and troubleshoots problems affecting test performance or reporting. Ensures analytic accuracy, precision, and sensitivity in test methods.
• Maintains established facility and department policies and procedures. Conducts analytical activities related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special histologic staining, frozen sectioning, cover slipping, and handling of irreplaceable tissue, surgical, and body fluid specimens.
• Participates in proficiency testing programs, ensuring deadlines are met and samples are analyzed like patient samples.
• Performs immunohistochemical staining, document quality control, and maintains instrumentation and supplies.

Benefits

• Employees who switch from PRN to Full or Part Time employment get access to Day One Benefits (Immediate)
• PRN (per diem) team members may contribute to the Adventist HealthCare Retirement Plan (but are ineligible for employer contributions to the plan)
• Whole Person Well-being and Mental Health Resources
• Employee Discount Program, including tickets, travel, Pet Insurance, and More!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees