Histotechnologist - Atrium Health CMC - FT Day
About The Position
This position is for a Histotechnologist in the Electron Microscopy Laboratory at Carolinas Medical Center, part of Atrium Health. The role is full-time, working 40 hours per week on the first shift. The Histotechnologist will perform various tissue preparation and staining techniques, including frozen sections, routine stains, special stains, and immunohistochemical stains. They will also assist with autopsies, prepare specimens for external testing, and maintain organized storage and disposal of specimens, slides, and blocks. Accuracy and adherence to standard procedures are essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a HT or HTL (ASCP) program and must obtain certification within one year of completing program or 1 year from hire date; or a certified HT or HTL (ASCP) and 1 year of experience is required or an uncertified HT with 3 at least years of experience is required.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
- Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job.
- Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.
- Computerized access to PHI for this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password.
Responsibilities
- Performs frozen section preparations within expected time while ensuring tissue is embedded properly, cut accurately, and stained correctly so that diagnosis to clinician can be made promptly.
- Performs routine, special stains, and immune histochemical stains.
- Recognizes deviations from expected results and uses judgment in determining appropriate actions.
- Assists with autopsies according to standard procedures as assigned.
- Prepares and organizes tissue specimens and assists in gross examination.
- Prepares specimens to be sent to other laboratories for testing ensuring order accuracy and correct lab is chosen for testing.
- Stores or disposes of prepared specimens, slides, and blocks in a neat retrievable manner.
- Completes required daily procedures with accuracy.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
