Histology Technician

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Histology Tech to prepare surgical slides and verify specimens under physician supervision. You will perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining to support diagnostic review.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to CLIA regulatory standards, accurate data entry, and maintaining confidentiality while collaborating with a team of caregivers in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Three years histology bench experience.
• Specific training in histology procedures.
• Eligible for HT(ASCP) certification; 60 college credits to perform grossing according to CLIA regulations.
• Able to differentiate tissues for embedding.
• Experienced in cutting and staining (including special stains).
• Experience with dermatology specimens.
• Knowledge of CLIA/CAP standards; OSHA, safety regulations.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills with ability to maintain records
• Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically
• Experience with troubleshooting histology equipment problems
• Demonstrated ability in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical slides for diagnostic review.
• Verify specimen validity and requisition effectively.
• Follow histologic principles regarding specimen acceptability and integrity.
• Prepare microscopic slides on human tissue for diagnostic purposes: grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping.
• Perform histochemical stains on a variety of tissues to assist in diagnosis.
• Receive and accession specimens with data entry.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

HT(ASCP) eligibility

60 college credits

Job description

7910 Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis , IN 46250
United States

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Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

Under the direction of the physician, the Histology Tech prepares surgical slides for review by the physician, to the standard of ethical and professional performance consistent with established medical laboratory practices. Additional duties are to verify the specimen validity, identification, and requisition effectively, utilizing knowledge, skills and resources. Follow histologic principles regarding specimen acceptability and integrity. Prepare microscopic slides on human tissue for diagnostic purposes: includes grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and cover slipping of both paraffin processed tissue and frozen sectioning. Perform histochemical stains on a variety of tissues to assist in diagnosis. Receive and accessions specimens to include all manual and computerized data entry

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

Applicants for this position should be able to collaborate with others in a team setting, have excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude toward problem-solving.

• Three (3) years Histology bench experience
• Specific training in histology procedures
• Eligible for HT(ASCP) certification,and 60 college credits to perform grossing according to CLIA regulations
• Able to differentiate tissues for appropriate embedding
• Experienced in cutting and staining (to include special staining procedures)
• Experience with dermatology specimens
• Knowledge of CLIA/CAP standards. Knowledge of OSHA, Safety and Compliance Regulations
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills with ability to maintain records
• Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically
• Experience with trouble shooting histology equipment problems
• Demonstrated ability in handling confidential information as it relates to physicians, employees, patients, and external customer groups

Why Community?

At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.

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