Histotechnician I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is hiring an Histotechnician I in Cincinnati, OH. This entry-level position supports histology workflows, with on-the-job training under supervision.

The role runs Monday to Friday from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM and offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus for external applicants. The candidate should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and basic medical terminology knowledge, with 1 year of histology or related lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a histology or related laboratory setting
• Previous experience as a histotechnician
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Basic medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs limited activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting
• Performs limited embedding and microtomy under direct supervision
• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining
• Graduates of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program can perform special stains
• Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment
• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CMS and CAP regulations
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some College Courses

Job description

Job Description

Histotechnician I - Cincinnati, OH, Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Sign On Bonus - $7500 (External Applicants only)

Pay range: $22.29+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours


• Best-in-class well-being programs


• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness


• healthyMINDS mental health program


• Vacation and Health/Flex Time


• 6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off


• FinFit financial coaching and services


• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service


• Employee stock purchase plan


• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Annual incentive plans


• Matching gifts program


• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education


• Career advancement opportunities


• and so much more!

The Histotechnician I position is an entry level position for individuals with previous histology or other laboratory experience (i.e., laboratory assistant, cytology prep tech, etc.). The individual will receive on the job training to perform specific technical histology functions under the general supervision of a qualified histotechnicianII / histotechnologist or higher. This position can also be used for individuals who recently graduated a NACCLS accredited histotechnology program and have not obtained their ASCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs limited activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)


• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.


• Performs limited embedding and microtomy under direct supervision.


• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.


• Graduates of a NAACLS accredited histotechnology program can perform special stains.


• Perform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automated.


• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types. This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens


• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.


• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.


• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.


• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CMS and CAP regulations.


• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.


• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

1 year of experience in a histology or related laboratory setting

Preferred Work Experience:

Previous experience as a histotechnician

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time

Knowledge:

Basic medical terminology

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)


• Some College Courses College level science courses (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)


• NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred)

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