Histotechnician II

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Histotechnician II to join their team in Knoxville. This role involves preparing slides for evaluation, performing special stains, and maintaining quality assurance standards. With a focus on employee health and development, the company offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage from day one, generous PTO, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about histotechnology and looking to make a difference in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision from Day 1

15 PTO days first year

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Opportunity

401(k) with matching contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities for career advancement

Training provided

Qualifications

• A.S. degree with 1 year of histotechnician experience or H.S. with 5 years.
• ASCP eligible or 5 years of full-time experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation under supervision.
• Perform special stain procedures and limited QA/QC functions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Histotechnician

Immunohistochemistry

Quality Assurance

Microscopy

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Microscope

Job description

Histotechnician II - Knoxville, TN - Monday to Friday (Rotational Weekends) - 9:00AM-5:30PM

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.

Pay Range: $22.88+ per hour

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/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
* 15 PTO days first year
* Paid Holidays
* Annual Bonus Opportunity
* 401(k) with matching contributions
* Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Blueprint for Wellness
* Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
* Opportunities for career advancement
* Training provided!

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

Knowledge:

N/A

Skills:

N/A

EDUCATION
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
High School Diploma or Equivalent(Required)

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

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