Histologic Technician II, Anatomic Pathology, 3rd shift

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Histologic Technician II in Anatomic Pathology for a full-time, night shift position at the Winston Campus in Winston-Salem, NC. The role includes embedding and processing of specimens on a 3rd shift with potential movement to 4x10s.

Required qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent training with ASCP NSH certification preferred; three years in a clinical histology lab is preferred. Join a team focused on accurate, timely histology services.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in applied science or HS diploma with two years training as defined by the Board of Registry of the ASCP and NSH.
• Three years’ experience in a clinical histology lab preferred.
• HT (ASCP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital standards and promotes a cooperative work environment.
• Accessioning, labeling and billing of specimens accurately and timely.
• Processing and staining of specimens accurately and timely.
• Provides maximum care in identification procedures for patient specimens.
• Performs special stains and/or enzyme histochemical stains.
• Performs additional Anatomic Pathology laboratory procedures.
• Maintains ongoing self-education to improve skills.

Education

Associate's degree in applied science or high school diploma/GED with two years training as defined by the Board of Registry of the ASCP and NSH

Tools

HT (ASCP) certification

Job description

• Histologic Technician II - Anatomic Pathology
• Full-Time, Monday through Friday night 3rd shift embedding position, with possibility of moving to 4x10s
• Winston Campus

Position Highlights

• Histologic Technician II - Anatomic Pathology
• Full-Time, Monday through Friday night 3rd shift embedding position, with possibility of moving to 4x10s
• Winston Campus

Education/Experience/Certifications To Qualify

• Associate's degree in applied science or high school diploma/GED with two years training as defined by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists and the National Society of Histotechnology.
• Three years' experience in a clinical histology lab preferred.
• HT (ASCP) certification preferred.

Essential Functions

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Assures accurate and timely accessioning, labeling and billing of specimens, according to departmental practices.
• Assures accurate and timely processing and staining of specimens, according to departmental practices.
• Provides maximum care in identification procedures when processing patient specimens.
• Performs special stains and/or enzyme histochemical stains.
• Performs additional Anatomic Pathology Department laboratory procedures.
• Improves work skills through self-study and continuing education.
• Contributes to the smooth and efficient operation of the section and department.
• Protects self, coworkers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne diseases.
• Exhibits and promotes the professional image of laboratories in accordance with hospital, department, and professional society philosophies, goals and standards of laboratory testing.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.