Histotechnologist

HCA Houston Healthcare; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Histotechnologist to join their compassionate team in Pasadena. This role is vital in ensuring the accurate processing of surgical pathology specimens and body fluids, contributing to the overall patient experience. The ideal candidate will be proficient in various histological techniques and committed to maintaining a safe and clean work environment. With a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive workplace culture, this opportunity offers both professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to advance your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Emotional Wellbeing Resources

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Legal Counseling

Referral Services

Qualifications

• Must possess HT(ASCP) or equivalent certification.
• 1-2 years of experience in histotechnology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process surgical pathology specimens and body fluids for review.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work area.

Skills

Histotechnology

Quality Control

Safety Protocols

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Computer Systems

Job description

Description

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Histotechnologist today with HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a(an) Histotechnologist. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated 13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The histotechnologist processes surgical pathology specimens and body fluids for review by pathologist. In addition to routine processing, the histotechnologist must be proficient in the cutting of frozen sections, special stains and immunohistochemical stains. Other requirements include the processing of send-out tests, routine maintenance on equipment, quality control and the maintenance of files and records.

What you will do in this role:

• Assists in maintaining general cleanliness and safety of work area to ensure that work area is clean and free of safety hazards.
• Follows protocols for checking and reporting critical values and delta checks per SOP.
• Follows SOP for checking and reconciling outstanding tests and draws.
• Has no unapproved overtime, excessive tardiness or mis-punch.
• Maintains competency in designated technical areas (both automated and manual testing procedures). Assists in Bone Marrow procedure.
• Performs and reports tests/procedures per SOP, works effectively under stressful situations.
• Performs appropriate volume of workload within specific time frames. Completes work from previous shifts and assists others as available or needed.
• Performs tests and reports results during computer downtime per SOP. Uses appropriate downtime procedures.
• Performs, trouble-shoots and documents instrument maintenance and malfunctions per SOP.
• Performs/reviews and documents QC per SOP.
• Print/review/reconcile computer reports as assigned.
• Prioritizes test procedures per SOP. Performs STAT tests/procedures in timely manner.
• Promotes teamwork, encourages and supports others, respects co-workers and members of management.
• Properly identifies patient/specimens using two forms of I.D. (Full Name and Medical Record number, DOB, or Account number) on collection labels to patients wristband and/or test tube. Properly uses equipment/supplies and collection techniques.
• Records equipment temperature checks per SOP.
• Successful participation in proficiency and competency testing.

What qualifications you will need:

• Must possess HT(ASCP) or equivalent certification or be currently eligible to sit for HT or equivalent certification exam.
• High school diploma; Prefer Associates degree or B.S.
• Minimum 1 – 2 years’ experience.

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast is a full-service 340+ bed acute care hospital in Pasadena, Texas. We have been a leader of medical care in Pasadena for more than 50 years. With board-certified physicians, registered nurses and expert technicians, the community has come to rely on us for top-quality, comprehensive and compassionate healthcare. HCA Houston Southeast is the only hospital in Pasadena with both Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation by the American College of Cardiology and full accreditation by The Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patients family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Histotechnologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.