Histotechnologist

Cellnetix-Pathology-; Palmer (AK); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Vision, Prescription coverage

Dental coverage

401K company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Public transport card & parking

Résumé du poste

CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories in Alaska is seeking a Histotechnologist to prepare and process tissue samples for pathologists. The role requires HT/HTL (ASCP) certification and at least 1 year of Histology experience. Duties include processing, IHC testing, reagent preparation, and slide labeling.

The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a safety-conscious lab environment.

Qualifications

• HT/HTL (ASCP) certified.
• 1 year of Histology experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to learn new computer software.

Responsabilités

• Maintains processors, microtomes, stainers and coverslipping machines.
• Performs frozen section procedures as needed.
• Conducts hazardous waste control and proper disposal of all biohazardous materials and chemically hazardous materials.
• Performs IHC testing including sendouts preparation, quality control and system documentation.
• Prepares reagents.
• Labels slides and distributes cases to pathologists.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Histology knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Hand-eye coordination

Computer skills

Formation

HT/HTL (ASCP) certified

Description du poste

ABOUT USAn unwavering pursuit of Excellence in Patient Care, Every Diagnosis, Every Day. This is what we stand for.CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is headquartered in the Seattle area in our state-of-the-art Central Processing Laboratory. As one of the largest AP labs in the United States, with over 300 staff members and 60+ distinguished Pathologists, we offer some of the most technologically advanced resources and service menus in the region. In addition, our cutting-edge Molecular Laboratory with next-generation sequencing offers groundbreaking personalized medicine testing. Our lab continues to grow in technology and scientific advancement while offering our employees a wide array of training and career progression pathways in Administration, Laboratory and Hospital Support, Histology, Cytology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Grossing and more. If our mission of patient care resonates with you, Come Grow With Us in Pursuit of Excellence.Position Summary:The responsibility of a Histotechnologist is to prepare and process tissue samples for pathologists to exam and interpret. The Histotechnologist must have intermediate Histology skills and participate in leading and contributing to continuing education. Some tasks performed by this position require the technician to be eligible for high complexity testing. Environmental hazards such as formalin, communicable disease, fresh human tissue, etc. are present in the workplace. The Histology Technician must adhere to strict HIPAA standards as well as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.Position schedule: M-F, 4am - 12:30pmEssential Duties:Histotechnologist may perform any of the following duties or groups of duties:Maintains processors, microtomes, stainers and coverslipping machinesPerforms frozen section procedures as neededConducts hazardous waste control and proper disposal of all biohazardous materials and chemically hazardous materialsPerforms IHC testing including sendouts preparation, quality control and system documentationPrepares reagentsLabels slides and distributes cases to pathologistsOther duties as assignedKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Understanding of tissue structures, techniques, principles, theory and instrumentationFamiliarity with routine handling of outside customer samplesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to work independently and as part of a teamMust have excellent hand-eye coordinationMust be detail orientedAbility to learn new computer softwaresMust be able to prioritize job tasks and meet deadlinesQualifications/Experience:HT/HTL (ASCP) certified1 year of Histology experience requiredFamiliarity with intermediate laboratory chemistryPhysical RequirementsProlonged sittingLifting up to 20 lbsManual dexterityWalkingBenefits:CellNetix offers a comprehensive benefits plan.Medical, Vision, Prescription company paid options.Employee only HSA $0.00/per month or Employee only PPO $45.90/per month. Dependent plans also available.Dental company paid options.Employee only $0.00/per month. Dependent plans also available.401K company match up to 4%Paid Time Off (PTO)0-3 Years of Service: Accrue up to 15 days per year4-7 Years of Service: Accrue up to 20 days per year8-12 Years of Service: Accrue up to 25 days per year13+ Years of Service: Accrue up to 30 days per yearHoliday Pay6 paid holidays per year2 floating holidays per yearCompany paid Life and Disability insurance.Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card and free parking at most sites.Company paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection.IMPORTANT NOTICE: As a healthcare organization we are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment. We require a criminal history background check and drug test for all final candidates.CellNetix is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, the presence of a sensory, physical, or mental disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. CellNetix is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know.CellNetix has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Job candidates must be able to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation in place prior to starting work. Fully vaccinated is defined as two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series such as Pfizer or Moderna or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine such as Johnson & Johnson. Please work with Human Resources if you need an accommodation.