Histology Tech, PRN

Piedmont Healthcare; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking a Histology Technician, PRN, in Columbus, Georgia. The role involves preparing tissue samples for pathological review, with emphasis on accurate staining and timely processing.

This position supports pathology services across diverse cases within a major health system. Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED, with preference for graduates of accredited histology programs or 1 year of technical lab experience.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Recent graduate from an accredited histology program required, or 1 year of technical experience in a surgical pathology lab.
• 3 years experience in a surgical pathology laboratory preferred.
• HT - Histotechnologist/Histotechnician ASCP certification required by Georgia regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cut, stain and prepare tissue samples for the pathologist to review.
• Prioritize testing procedures and complete procedures accurately and timely.
• Maintain proper records of all tests in accordance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Histology procedures

Tissue staining

Laboratory documentation

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

ASCP Certification

Job description

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Histology Tech, PRN

Overview:

Title: Histology Tech, PRN

Location: Columbus, Georgia

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams youll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. Youll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

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 or
• 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 or
• 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 Columbus Midtown