Histotechnologist - Full Time - Day Shift - AGH

High Market Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled histotechnician to perform essential histological procedures on patient tissue specimens. This role involves embedding, sectioning, and staining tissue samples, ensuring high-quality clinical information through meticulous quality control. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in an ASCP eligible program and be committed to obtaining certification within a year. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing top-notch laboratory services and mentoring new staff in a collaborative environment. This position offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, making it an exciting opportunity to advance your career in histotechnology.

Benefits

$15,000 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant program or equivalent required.
• ASCP certification must be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and special histological procedures on patient tissue specimens.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, ensuring quality control.
• Consult with histotechnicians and maintain cleanliness in the lab.

Skills

Histological procedures

Quality control

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in ASCP eligible program

HLT (ASCP) certification

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

$15,000 sign on bonus available

Eligibility requirements must be met to receive the sign on bonus. Eligibility requirements will be discussed with the Recruiter.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Independently works to perform routine and special histological procedures on patient tissue specimens.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Embeds, sections, accurately labels and processes tissue sections in accordance with department policies and procedures to produce slides for pathologist's review. Performs routine and special staining procedures. (45%)
• Operates, calibrates, checks and maintains instrumentation. Recognizes and troubleshoots problems with quality control and test procedures and takes appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information. (25%)
• Serves as a consultant to histotechnicians and other health care providers as needed. (5%)
• Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations. (15%)
• May assist with collection of anatomic pathology specimens. (5%)
• May mentor students and new employees in laboratory testing following WPAHS policies and procedures. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in ASCP eligible program or equivalent
• HLT(ASCP) certification or eligible and obtained within one (1) year of hire or transfer

Preferred

• Clinical histology experience

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.