Histotechnologist, Evenings, Anatomic Pathology Laboratory, Baptist Downtown

Baptist Health System, Inc.•Jacksonville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Baptist Health is looking to add an experienced Histotechnologist to join our team working in the Histology Lab at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville. This is a full-time evening shift working 11:00am to 7:30pm. This candidate will play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by turning tissue samples into microscope slides based on the Pathologist's needs and orders. This Histotechnologist needs to have strong fine motor skills and be incredibly detail-oriented. This candidate must have comprehensive knowledge within a Histology lab and at least 1-2 years of experience working in either a research or Histology lab. Medical Technology experience is also required. A Histotechnologist at Baptist prepares tissue samples for microscopy examination by pathologists. Other duties include: specimen collection, tissue processing, staining, microscopy, quality control, and data management.

Requirements

1-2 years Experience in a Histology Lab
Research Lab Experience
Medical Technology Experience
Associate's Degree Required
Licensed or able to obtain a license as a Histotechnologist in the State of Florida before hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Certified Histotechnician (HT) Preferred
Certified Medical Technologist (MT) Preferred
Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Preferred
Certified Histotechnologist (HTL) Preferred

Responsibilities

Performing all technical aspects of Histology, including embedding, microtomy, routine and special stains.
Maintenance of all equipment - tissue processors, microtomes, cryostats, automated stainers and cover slippers.
Filing of slides and blocks.
Knowledge of LIS functions for accessioning and reporting.
Handling all specimens knowledgeably by consulting with the Pathologist