Histology Technician

HCA Healthcare; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Histology Technician in Asheville, NC. This role involves preparing specimens for examination, performing histology procedures, and ensuring quality control. HCA Healthcare offers extensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and processes specimens for examination and diagnosis.
• Performs histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing.
• Maintains solutions for routine stains and histology procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Histology

Job description

Description

HCA Healthcare – CRL North Carolina Division
400 Ridgefield Court Suite 122, Asheville, NC 28806

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Histology Technician? At HCA Healthcare, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Histology Technician like you to be a part of our team.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Prepares and processes specimens for gross and microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologistAssists in the preparation of frozen sections of surgical specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist
• Performs histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing/fixation, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, routine and special stains, case organization in accordance with department procedures
• Assures positive sample, block and slide identification
• Prepares and maintains solutions for routine stains and histology procedures
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and instrumentation per manufacturer and department procedures and per department schedule
• Utilizes problem solving skills to ensure the accuracy of procedures performed and proper equipment performance
• Troubleshoots and takes appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner for resolution
• Adheres to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed
• Identifies unacceptable results/outcomes, takes appropriate action and escalates to department leadership when unable to resolve and ensures that patient materials are not provided to a pathologist until the issue has been resolved
• Actively participates in Continuous Quality Improvement and provides input into the design of workflows, systems and processes and the need for and selection of new methods and equipment
• Supports the department in achieving goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment and integration of intra and inter-departmental activities
• Acts as a resource to peers and customers and models teamwork
• Assists in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested
• Participates in accreditation inspections
• Performs duties of a Complex Specimen Processor as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (This position requires the following minimum requirements)

• General knowledge of histology methods and correlation to disease processes
• Ability to follow directions and protocols for the proper fixation and routine staining of samples
• Ability to consistently prepare and produce specimen sections with appropriate slide orientation, thickness, and stain quality for microscopic diagnosis by a pathologist
• Demonstrates good technique in the cutting, embedding, orientation and staining of specimens
• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organizational skills and sets a positive example
• Ability to train others

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates Degree in Histology, Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry preferred
• EXPERIENCE:
• 1 year experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital-based rapid-response laboratories in four HCA Healthcare divisions in Florida. Our core laboratories support over 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Histology Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.