Histotechnologist

HCA Healthcare; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to patient care as a Histotechnologist in a well-respected healthcare facility. This role involves processing surgical pathology specimens and body fluids, ensuring quality control, and maintaining a safe work environment. With a commitment to ethical practices and community support, this established healthcare provider offers a supportive workplace that values your contributions. If you are looking for a role that combines satisfaction with professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for you. Apply today and make a difference in patient lives!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Educational assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Free counseling services

Colleague recognition programs

Consumer discounts

Family support benefits

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Qualifications

• Proficiency in cutting frozen sections and special stains is required.
• Must possess HT(ASCP) or equivalent certification or be eligible for the exam.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work area.
• Perform and document quality control procedures.
• Check and reconcile outstanding tests and draws per SOP.

Skills

Histotechnology

Immunohistochemical Stains

Quality Control

Technical Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

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 supporting the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including many services at no cost or low copay, prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine, and AirMed transportation.
• Additional options for dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services 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, 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 other providers.
• Retirement readiness and rollover assistance, banking partnerships.
• Educational assistance (tuition, student loans, certification, scholarships).
• Colleague recognition programs.
• Time Away From Work Program including paid time off, family leave, disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Join us as a(an) Histotechnologist. We care for our community! Last year, HCA Healthcare and 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 a pathologist. Proficiency in cutting frozen sections, special stains, and immunohistochemical stains is required. Responsibilities also include processing send-out tests, routine equipment maintenance, quality control, and record keeping.

What you will do in this role:

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work area.
• Follow protocols for critical value checks and reporting.
• Check and reconcile outstanding tests and draws per SOP.
• Adhere to work hours and punctuality policies.
• Maintain competency in technical areas, assist in Bone Marrow procedures.
• Perform and report tests accurately, work effectively under stress.
• Complete workload within time frames, assist team members.
• Perform tests during computer downtime following SOPs.
• Troubleshoot and document instrument maintenance and malfunctions.
• Perform and document quality control procedures.
• Review and reconcile computer reports.
• Prioritize and perform STAT tests promptly.
• Promote teamwork, support colleagues, respect management.
• Identify patients and specimens accurately using two identifiers.
• Record equipment temperature checks.
• Participate in proficiency and competency testing.

What qualifications you will need:

• Must possess HT(ASCP) or equivalent certification or be eligible to sit for the exam.
• High school diploma required; Associate’s or B.S. degree preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience preferred.

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast is a full-service 340+ bed hospital in Pasadena, Texas, with over 50 years of service. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and have specialized certifications. As part of HCA Houston Healthcare, we provide comprehensive, compassionate care close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies multiple times and invests heavily in charitable care and community support.

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

If you seek a role offering satisfaction and growth, apply now. We review all applications promptly. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.