Histotechnician I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Dental & Vision

401(k) company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Vacation and paid time off

Well-being programs

MyQuest education benefits

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Royal Oak, MI is seeking an entry level Histotechnician I to join our clinical laboratory team. This role provides on-the-job training and supports pathologists by preparing slides and performing basic histology tasks under supervision.

The position offers shift differential for second and third shifts, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a leading diagnostics company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required).
• NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation under supervision.
• Process accessioning and reporting paperwork.
• Perform 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.
• Prepare specimen preparation of non-gynecological specimens after training.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of non-complex equipment.
• Maintain filing of finished blocks and slides.
• Ensure safety, quality control/assurance standards are met.

Skills

Histology knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

NAACLS Histotechnology program (Preferred)

Some College science courses (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Histotechnician I - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM

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.

Benefits Information

• 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
• 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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