Histology Tech II, Pathology, Full Time, Flex Shift, Job ID # 1889880

Palmetto General Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto General Hospital in Florida seeks a Histology Technologist to perform routine and special procedures, organize priorities, and ensure specimen adequacy. The role includes supervising the section when in charge and mentoring trainees, while maintaining a professional image with staff and patients.

The ideal candidate will have a current Histology Technologist license (or be eligible), strong written and verbal communication, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• One year of technical experience preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and special technical procedures.
• Organizes work priorities during working hours.
• Supervises the work in the section when acting as the technologist in charge.
• Supervises trainees in bench work activities for the section.
• Assists in meeting inspection agencies' requirements.

Skills

Technical experience

Verbal & written communication

Basic computer skills

Job description

Position Summary:

To perform all routine and special technical procedures. To organize work priorities during working hours. To judge the adequacy of a submitted specimen and to request another specimen if the original is unsatisfactory. To notify the pathologists or laboratory director when the workload demands additional personnel. To supervise the work performance in the section when acting as the technologist in charge. To supervise trainees in bench work activities for the section. To assist in meeting the requirements set forth by inspection agencies.

Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a professional manner to project a positive image of the laboratory and the hospital. Works with the laboratory staff, nursing staff, medical staff, visitors, and patients in a professional manner. Works with manufacturer and sales representatives in a professional manner.

Conducts all contacts in a friendly, courteous, helpful, and considerate manner designed to provide good customer service. Answers the telephone in a prompt and courteous manner. Displays concern and provides assistance as appropriate to callers or in face-to-face situations. Dedicated to meeting the expectations of the internal and external customers. Works with customers to identify areas of concern and to recommend appropriate solutions.

Position Qualification:

• One year of technical experience preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Basic computer skills required.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Current Technologist license in Histology (or eligible) is required.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.

Must clear background and drug test required.