Sr Histotechnologist

Valleywise Health System • Phoenix, AZ

3d

About The Position

As the senior histotechnologist, you will support activities as directed by the department supervisor, lead by example, and positively influence the department. You will work alongside laboratory professionals who process patient specimens for diagnostic review by pathologists. You will support departmental operations to maintain quality and ensure regulatory and accrediting agency requirements are met. You will collaborate with laboratory team members to meet the needs of patients and customers, and participate in evaluating new instrumentation to help ensure the laboratory uses the best available technology.

The hourly pay range is $30.37–$44.80.

Requirements

• Associate degree in laboratory science or medical technology, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience in accordance with CLIA standards.
• Three years of histology experience with progressive responsibility.
• ASCP (or equivalent) certification upon hire or within six months of the hire date.
• Good interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively read, write, and speak English, including basic grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Excellent time management and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Creative, analytical, and independent thinking.
• Ability to coordinate personnel to successfully plan, implement, and control operations.
• Approachable, people-oriented, and a good listener, with the ability to maintain high morale.
• Ability to support and maintain policies and processes as a change agent.
• High degree of professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to perform laboratory activities in the anatomic pathology department.

Responsibilities

• Support activities as directed by the department supervisor.
• Lead by example and positively influence the department.
• Work alongside laboratory professionals processing patient specimens for diagnostic review by pathologists.
• Support departmental operations to maintain quality and meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Collaborate with laboratory team members to meet the needs of patients and customers.
• Participate in evaluating new instrumentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree