Histologist

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, part of the Florida region, provides leading pathology services and patient-centered care. A Histologist roles accession and process tissue, cytology, and related specimens to support pathologists and care teams.

The position requires immunocytochemical staining, preparation for frozen sections, and strict adherence to safety and quality controls. Shifts run 11:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. with weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• High School education is required.
• Current license in the State of Florida at the Histology or Cytology Technologist level.

Responsibilities

• Process cytology, biopsy, and aspirate specimens as received from patient care areas.
• Perform immunocytochemical stains and assist pathologists with tissue processing for immediate frozen sections.
• Arrange submission of tissue and gynecological specimens to reference laboratories.
• Report pertinent information to pathologists, physicians, or supervisors.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and stock supplies; follow safety procedures and PPE.
• Follow procedures and manuals; troubleshoot instruments and ensure reliable results.
• Operate instrumentation and perform maintenance checks, startups, and shutdowns.
• Answer phones, greet customers, and provide consults to pathologists, physicians, and nursing staff.
• Adhere to quality control policies and ensure controls are within limits before reporting results.

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in Histotechnology OR Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science

HT/L (ASCP) certification

Job description

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000*

• This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000*

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

A Histologist is proficient in and responsible for accessioning and processing all tissue, surgical specimens, foreign bodies, orthopedic devices, and other specimens removed during surgery. This close-knit team is known for their teamwork and collaboration. This team is driven and strives to provide quality patient results daily.

A caregiver in this role works variable shifts from 11:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. with weekend requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Process all cytology, biopsy, and aspirate specimens received from other patient care areas.
• Perform immunocytochemical stains and assist the pathologist in processing tissue for immediate frozen sections.
• Arrange for submission of various tissue and gynecological specimens, which include thin preps and prepared smears to reference laboratories.
• Report pertinent information to the pathologist, patient care area, or supervisor (i.e. instrument malfunctions, delay in testing, reagent, or supply depletion.)
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and keep work areas organized and stocked.
• Follow safety procedures and utilize all safety devices and personal protective equipment per protocol.
• Follow procedures and refer to procedure manuals for proper instructions when needed.
• Be proficient in operating instrumentation and equipment and follow trouble-shooting procedures to correct deficiencies or problems as they occur.
• Ensure instrument operations and results are reliable and perform maintenance checks, startups, and/or shutdowns as assigned or as required.
• Answer telephones, greet customers, and provide consults and technical support to the pathologists, physicians, and nursing staff.
• Follow quality control policy and ensure controls are within acceptable limits before patient results are reported.
  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School education
• Current license in the State of Florida at the Histology or Cytology Technologist level

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate’s Degree or higher from a NACCLS approved Histotechnology program OR a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science
• HT/L (ASCP) certification
• Two years of hospital experience
• Ability to work with tissue processors

Physical Requirements:

• Requirement 1
• Requirement 2

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $34.00
Maximum hourly: $45.65
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).