Histotechnologist

Prime Healthcare • Lewiston, ME

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Overview $15,000 Sign on Bonus Competitive Salary and Benefits!! Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Histotechnologist to join our Medical Laboratory team at Central Maine Medical Center! This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, benefit eligible position. Position Summary: The Histotechnologist has the ability to perform routine and complex procedures in Anatomic Pathology in the preparation of surgical, post mortem, bone marrow, cytologic and other specimens for gross and microscopic analysis. The histology technologist works independently, organizes work to meet established deadlines, records all data obtained, and maintains job competence. The job also involves effective communication, leadership and interpersonal skills. The histology technologist will assume the responsibility of the supervisor in their absence. Education and Experience: Nationally recognized certification credentials or equivalent. Baccalaureate degree in histology or related life science with approved training is preferred. Nontraditional routes to establish skill level may be accepted after review of experience and education. What It’s Like Working At CMH: We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members. CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes: Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system. Dental plan Vision plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Basic Life insurance at no cost Supplemental Life insurance Long-term disability insurance 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance Family leave program for Parental Leaves Comprehensive Wellness Program Living in Central Maine: While not at work, our team members enjoy the endless opportunities for entertainment that Maine has to offer. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing, boating along the coast and hiking at a state or national park. Centrally located to several popular attractions, residents can embark on day trips to Boston, North Conway, New Hampshire and Boothbay Harbor. Maine is a wonderful place to raise a family, with safe communities and great public and private schools. About Central Maine Healthcare Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. Internal team members who apply for a role that has a sign on bonus for external candidates, will not be eligible for the sign on bonus. Team members who have been gone from CMH for one year or more are eligible for a sign on bonus payment. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Requirements

• Nationally recognized certification credentials or equivalent.
• Able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
• Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
• Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.

Nice To Haves

• Baccalaureate degree in histology or related life science with approved training is preferred.
• Nontraditional routes to establish skill level may be accepted after review of experience and education.
• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with and keep pathologist's assistant informed of activities, needs, and problems.
• Function effectively in all sections of the histology lab as assigned. Plan, organize and prioritize work duties to accomplish daily objectives.
• Perform duties according to established standards and procedures, using proper technique and equipment in the performance of duties to assure biological and physical safety, and accuracy.
• Properly identifies and labels all specimens received and collected, and properly identifies specimens during handling, logging, processing and storage.
• Discards/stores specimens upon completion of procedures.
• Follows written procedures to independently perform routine histology procedures which may include, but is not limited to, the following:Paraffin tissue embedding and microtomy, Hematoxylin/Eosin, and special staining techniques, frozen section preparation, immunoperoxidase staining, cell block and cytology preparation and staining, stain preparation.
• Assists pathologists or radiologists as needed in the collection of specimens.
• Communicates specimen requirements, and basic technical information to other personnel.
• Routinely performs quality control and maintenance procedures on procedures and equipment as a part of normal workflow.
• Resolves problems with quality control and equipment as they arise.
• Accurately identifies problems encountered in routine workflow, and reports these problems to the Pathologist's Assistant or other charge personnel.
• Performs complex troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance procedures independently.
• Consults with supervisory personnel and responds to their direction.
• Participates in continuing education, meeting the established requirements for continuing education.
• Assists in the departmental inventory program as assigned. Maintains adequate supply of prepared reagents and control slides.
• May assist in the performance of post mortem examinations.
• Develops new procedures and testing methods under the supervision of Pathologist's Assistant.
• Judgment and decision-making.
• Organize and prioritize workflow of histology section.
• Understands the scientific and biological factors associated with laboratory testing.
• Management and Training.
• Participates in training and development of new employees, equipment or procedures.
• Assume responsibility of the supervisor in their absence.
• Participate in relevant continuing education and shares knowledge with co-workers.

Benefits

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life insurance at no cost
• Supplemental Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans
• Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance
• Family leave program for Parental Leaves
• Comprehensive Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees