Histology Tech, Nights

Piedmont; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont in Stockbridge, Georgia, seeks a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist responsible for cutting, staining, and preparing tissue samples for pathologist review. This role involves prioritizing testing procedures, completing them accurately and timely, and maintaining records in accordance with established regulations. Recent graduates from accredited histology programs are encouraged to apply, along with individuals with relevant technical experience. Certification as a Histotechnologist or Histotechnician is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from an accredited histology program required.
• Experience in a surgical pathology laboratory is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cut, stain, and prepare tissue samples for pathologist review.
• Prioritize and complete testing procedures accurately and timely.
• Maintain proper records of all tests conducted.

Education

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Job description

Overview

The Histotechnician/Histotechnologist is responsible for cutting, staining and preparing tissue samples for the pathologist to review. They are also responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner and maintaining proper accurate records of all tests done in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

The Histotechnician/Histotechnologist is responsible for cutting, staining and preparing tissue samples for the pathologist to review. They are also responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner and maintaining proper accurate records of all tests done in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Recent graduate from an accredited histology program Required
• In lieu of degree One (1) year of technical experience in a surgical pathology laboratory Required
• 3 years experience in a surgical pathology laboratory Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• HT - Histotechnologist - ASCP Certification as a Histotechnologist or Histotechnician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other acceptable agency, according to the qualifications through the State of Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory regulations. Upon Hire Required
• A person who recently moved into the state of Georgia or recently completed the academic and training/experience requirements may be temporarily classified as technologist or technician for eighteen (18) months only to afford the person an opportunity to successfully complete an approved qualifying examination within 1-1/2 Yrs Required

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Henry Hospital