Histotechnologist, PRN, Anatomic Pathology Laboratory, Baptist Downtown

Baptist Health System, Inc. • Jacksonville, FL

2d • 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 PRN opportunity working various shifts. 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 orientated. 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
• Licensed Histotechnologist Required
• Must be licensed or be able to obtain a license as a Histotechnologist in the State of Florida before hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Histotechnician (HT)
• Certified Medical Technologist (MT)
• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
• Certified Histotechnologist (HTL)
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree