Histologic Technician II, Anatomic Pathology, 3rd shift

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 34,853 - 52,279; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a full-time Histologic Technician II for the Anatomic Pathology Department on the Winston Campus. The role involves processing specimens accurately and adhering to departmental practices during the night shift. Candidates should hold an Associate's degree in applied science or a high school diploma/GED with relevant training, along with preferred experience in a clinical histology lab. Benefits include paid time off and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in applied science or high school diploma/GED with two years training.
• Three years' experience in a clinical histology lab preferred.
• HT (ASCP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate accessioning and processing of specimens.
• Performs special stains and enzyme histochemical stains.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the lab.

Skills

Accuracy in specimen processing

Interpersonal communication

Team building

Education

Associate's degree in applied science

High school diploma/GED with equivalent training

Tools

Histology lab equipment

Job description

Job Title / Department

60907 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Lab: Anatomic Pathology

Position Details

Status: Full time

Hours per week: 40

Schedule: Monday through Friday night 3rd shift embedding position, with possibility of moving to 4x10s.

Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.95

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

• 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.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program