Histologist Full time

Valley View•Glenwood Springs, CO

4d•$33 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Valley View hospital is seeking a day shift Histotechnologist! M-F, no weekends or holidays! This role performs histological procedures to prepare surgical specimens for diagnostic pathology. The ideal candidate will utilize resources and techniques effectively according to established policies and procedures, and maintain skill and knowledge to promote the Histology Department’s services.

Requirements

Graduate of a one-year accredited histology program.
Certificate in Histology, either Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification is required.
ASCP registered or eligible for certification.
One (1) year of experience in histology.
Knowledgeable regarding all aspects of the histology department.
Knowledgeable regarding surgical and autopsy pathology.
Knowledgeable regarding the identification and embedding of all tissue specimens.
Knowledgeable regarding the cutting and mounting of tissue specimens.
Knowledgeable in H & E staining and cover slipping of all tissue specimens.
Knowledgeable in the preparation of frozen sections.
Knowledgeable in the performance of special histochemical procedures.
Have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Performs histological procedures to prepare surgical specimens for diagnostic pathology.
Utilizes resources and techniques effectively according to established policies and procedures.
Maintains skill and knowledge to promote the Histology Department’s services.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
Employer paid basic life coverage with buy-up coverage options
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care.
Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), Paid Sick/Bereavement Leave under Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), leaves of absence.
Tuition Assistance Available
Retirement Plan 401(a)
Retirement Plan 403(b) plans with employer matching contributions.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services
Employee voluntary benefits such as Discounted RFTA bus passes, discounted gym memberships, Corporate Ski passes, free car seat for new Valley View babies born or adopted by Valley View employee(s)
Free Use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes, based on availability.
Relocation and other financial assistance may apply