Histotechnologist Full Time Mid Shift

Baptist Healthcare System • Louisville, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to section, stain and mount tissue specimens in preparation for microscopic examination by the Pathologist. Assists the Pathologist in making various examinations on submitted tissue specimens and subsequent preparations. Performance of duties is in accordance with CLIA ’88 guidelines. Performs quality control, quality assurance, maintenance and troubleshooting. Duties may also include clerical tasks, specimen collection, and related laboratory services.

Requirements

• Completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program (within the last five years if not ASCP certified)
• Associate degree that includes 12 hours in both biology and chemistry
• At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at minimum, includes 12 semester hours of both biology and chemistry and 1 year of documented clinical experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last five years
• Must obtain HT certification within 1 year of eligibility

Responsibilities

• Section, stain and mount tissue specimens in preparation for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.
• Assist the Pathologist in making various examinations on submitted tissue specimens and subsequent preparations.
• Perform quality control, quality assurance, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Perform clerical tasks, specimen collection, and related laboratory services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree