Histotechnologist

CHI; Caldwell (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative healthcare environment

Community support involvement

Job summary

A healthcare company in Texas is seeking a skilled histotechnologist to perform routine and complex histologic techniques, assess samples for preparation, and ensure compliance with regulations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree with relevant biology and chemistry coursework and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program. Strong multitasking and quality control skills are essential for this role. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to quality patient care in innovative healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor Degree combined with relevant biology and chemistry coursework.
• Completion of an accredited Histotechnology program is essential.
• Certification as HTL by the American Society of Clinical Pathology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs histologic techniques like enzyme histochemistry and immunofluorescence.
• Handles and processes biological samples with minimal supervision.
• Participates in quality control and preventative maintenance of instruments.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Multitasking

Technical resource knowledge

Education

Bachelor Degree in Biology or Chemistry

Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program

Tools

Microscopic instruments

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose:
Performs both routine and complex histologic techniques such as enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization, and immunofluorescence on tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist to diagnose disease.
Knowledgeable in the areas of pathology, management, education, and regulations that impact the field of histotechnology; acts as a technical resource for the department.

• Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
• Prepares and evaluates stains, reagents, and solutions necessary for slide preparation following established policies and procedures.
• Ability to assess and make decisions for proper handling and processing of specimens with minimal or no guidance.
• Evaluates complex and difficult samples to determine suitable methods of preparation and staining.
• Monitor technical aspects of the department, and is a resource for technical information.
• Participates in the Performance Improvement program.
• Performs quality control, preventative maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of instruments and stains for optimal performance.
• Follows all accreditation and regulatory guidelines, demonstrating consistent adherence to national patient safety goals.
• Stays abreast of new technology and methods in areas such as IHC and Histochemistry; assists with implementation.
• Able to multitask effectively and to work with limited or no supervision.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:
Opt 1: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program.
Opt 2: Bachelor Degree with a combination of 30 semester hrs of biology and chemistry (must include both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining.

Preferred Education and Certifications:
Bachelor degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program, AND/OR
Histotechnology certification, HTL, by American Society of Clinical Pathology

Where You'll Work

St. Luke’s Health-Memorial paves the way for quality, innovative health care in East Texas and provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. With hospitals in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, St. Luke’s Health-Memorial provides millions of dollars in charity care and community support each year.