Histology Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Community Medical Center in Missoula, MT is seeking a Histology Technician to perform routine duties including staining, processing, recording slides and reports to support accurate diagnosis. You will ensure turn-around times, maintain filing of blocks and slides, and assist with supply orders and data entry in Windowpath.

Education: completion of a certified Histology Tech program and CLA or equivalent histology licensure.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified Histology Tech program.
• CLA or equivalent histology licensure.

Responsibilities

• The Histologist performs a variety of routine laboratory duties in the preparation and processing of histopathological specimens to assist in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Meets turn-around-time standards.
• Maintains orderly filing system for block and slides.
• Block and slide prep completed accurately.
• Orders Histo/Cyto supplies.
• Correct entry of information into Windowpath computer system.
• Statistical/QA reports complete and timely.
• Maintenance is performed adequately on equipment.

Skills

Histology procedures

Quality control

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

Histology Tech certification

CLA histology licensure

Tools

Windowpath

Job description

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

Where We Are

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, Missoula is between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. Our diverse community serves as western Montana's hub for education and healthcare and offers the perfect blend of four-season outdoor recreation, small town charm and big city amenities.

How you'll contribute

• The Histologist performs a variety of routine laboratory duties in the preparation and processing of histopathological specimens to assist in diagnosis and treatment of disease. This position includes staining and processing of cytology specimens, record keeping including slides, blocks and reports.
• Meets turn-around-time standards.
• Maintains orderly filing system for block and slides.
• Block and slide prep completed accurately.
• Orders Histo/Cyto supplies.
• Correct entry of information into Windowpath computer system.
• Statistical/QA reports complete and timely.
• Maintenance is performed adequately on equipment.

What we're looking for

• Education: Completion of a certified Histology Tech program. Completion of appropriate training/internship.
• Licensure: CLA or equivalent training in histology

What we offer

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Community Medical Center

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

EEOC Statement

Community Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Community Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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