Histology Technician

Community Medical Center; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Career Development

Job summary

Community Medical Center in Missoula, MT is seeking a Histology Technician to perform staining, sectioning, and processing of histopathology specimens. You will support accurate diagnosis and maintain records for blocks, slides, and reports.

The role requires completion of a certified Histology Tech program and CLA or equivalent licensure. Comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and career growth opportunities are offered to eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified Histology Tech program.
• CLA or equivalent licensing in histology.
• Experience in histology procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histology staining and processing to assist in diagnosis.
• Meet turnaround-time standards.
• Maintain orderly filing for blocks and slides.
• Prepare blocks and slides accurately.
• Enter information into the Windowpath computer system.
• Generate QA/reports as required.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and supply orders.

Skills

Histology expertise

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Education

Histology Tech program

CLA or 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.