Histotechnician II

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation and paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Histotechnician II for Cincinnati, OH, working nights from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM. The role includes slide preparation for pathologist review, basic IHC work, QA/QC duties, and maintaining a compliant, clean lab environment.

Required: AS degree with histology experience or HS with substantial histotechnician background; ASCP eligibility preferred. A $7,500 sign-on bonus and shift differentials apply, with potential for annual bonus based on performance.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree and one year of experience within the last 10 years, OR H.S. education or equivalent with 5 years of full-time Histotechnician experience.
• ASCP eligible or five years of full-time Histotechnician experience in the last 10 years.
• Current state licensure, if applicable.
• Meets minimum qualifications for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists under supervision.
• Perform immunohistochemistry staining under supervision of qualified staff.
• Maintain QA/QC and document quality control activities.
• Adhere to safety, quality and CLIA/CAP regulations and keep work area organized.

Skills

ASCP eligible

Attention to detail

Education

Associates Degree (Preferred)

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Tools

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Histotechnician II - Cincinnati, OH, Monday to Friday, 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM

Sign On Bonus - $7500 (Experienced and ASCP Certified external applicants)

Pay range: $30.00 + 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:

• 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 position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as ahistotechnicianto perform technical functions within the histopathology laboratory. The individual will work under the general supervision of experiencedhistotechnologists.

• Under general supervision and according to policies and procedures, performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides, for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s)
• Capable of performingall ofthe duties/responsibilities of aHistotechnicianI.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
• Perform special stain procedures.
• Perform limited QA/QC functions and identify issues requiring troubleshooting.
• Train and perform limited immunohistochemistry staining under the general supervision of a qualifiedhistotechnologist, technical supervisor orotherqualified pathologist.
• Prepare immunohistochemistry solutions and reagents for IHC procedures under the direct supervision of a qualifiedhistotechnologist, technical supervisor orotherqualified pathologist.
• Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, includingcytopreparation, 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 equipment and troubleshootminor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs and repeated tests.
• Adhere to laboratory’s quality controlpolicies, anddocument all quality control activities.
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Required WorkExperience:

• A.S. degree and one year of experience within the last 10 years,ORH.S. education or
• equivalent and 5 year’s full-time acceptable experience as aHistotechnicianwithin the last 10 years.
• ASCP eligibleORfive years offull-timeexperience in the last 10 years
• Current state licensure, if applicable
• Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum QualificationsforHistotechnicianand Histology Supervisor.
• If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporateMinimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP.

Preferred Work Experience:

• HT (ASCP)
• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program
• 2 years of histopathology experience

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significant manualdexterity

Education

• Associates Degree (Preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP Certification (Preferred)
• Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
• NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred)

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