Histotechnician - Pathology

PeaceHealth; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

403b with employer match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

EAP and mental health program

Job summary

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking a Histotechnician - Pathology for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Night position. The salary range is $32.70 – $49.05 per hour, dependent on education, training, and experience.

The role performs tissue processing, embedding, sectioning and special stains, ensuring quality standards for diagnosis by the Pathologist.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required/preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year related experience.
• HLT credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens including embedding and staining for diagnostic interpretation.
• Perform microtomy to create tissue sections and prepare reagents for analysis.
• File blocks and slides for efficient retrieval and data entry into systems.
• Maintain equipment, records and quality control documentation.

Skills

Tissue prep

Communication

Documentation

Windows/Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking a Histotechnician - Pathology for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Night position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $32.70 – $49.05. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Performs tissue processing, embedding, sectioning and preparing special stains. Assures quality standards for preparation, processing and evaluation of specimens for diagnosis by the Pathologist.

What you will do:

• Processes specimens to include: performing embedding techniques for surgical and autopsy specimens; performing routine and special stains for diagnostic interpretation.
• Performs microtomy techniques to produce high-quality tissue sections for diagnostic interpretation. Prepares reagents utilized to aid diagnostic interpretation.
• Files paraffin blocks and slides for efficient retrieval.
• Performs data entry, lookup and retrieval of information.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment to maintain maximum operating efficiency. Maintains records and documentation required to manage the daily workflow and providing quality control/assurance monitors.
• May perform CAP (College of American Pathologists) compliance duties to include: periodic record reviews; equipment and test validation; development and maintenance of policy, procedure and guidance documents; proficiency testing and competency management; CAP inspection preparation, assessment and follow up; and technical and procedural advisement and referral.

What you bring:

Education

• Associate Degree Preferred: or equivalent in relevant field of study

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Required: Related experience

Credentials

• Preferred: HLT

Skills

• Working knowledge of tissue collection, preparation, and test requirements and factors affecting test interpretation in responding to inquiries. (Required)
• Good written and verbal communication skills. (Required)
• Working knowledge of computer systems such as Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office programs. (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently.
• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 5 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force.
• Reaching frequently.
• Squat/ kneel occasionally.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Mental/Visual

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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