Histotechnologist - Geisinger Medical Center -Full Time- Nights

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is looking for a Histotechnician to join their innovative team. The role involves processing and preparing tissue specimens, handling laboratory tasks, and maintaining equipment. With a focus on caring and exceptional patient services, the position includes a generous benefits package and a substantial sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Family Support

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and certification as a histotechnician are required.
• Completion of specialty training program essential.
• Attention to detail and technical skills crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Processes and prepares tissue specimens for Pathologists.
• Performs microtomy and produces quality microscopic slides.
• Participates in Quality Improvement programs and maintains equipment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Associate's Degree

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Certified Histotechnician - ASCP

Job description

Join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories. You can find your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services.

Job Duties

1. Processes and prepares tissue specimens for examination by Pathologists.
2. Processes tissues on processing equipment or by manual methods to ensure proper fixation for examination.
3. Identifies and determines proper orientation of tissue specimens and embeds specimens in paraffin to ensure proper alignment for sectioning.
4. Performs microtomy at proper micron to render quality sections for diagnoses.
5. Produces consistently good quality microscopic slides that can be reviewed and interpreted by the Pathologist.
6. Performs routine and special staining procedures as required to distinguish cells and organisms for diagnostic examination.
7. Maintains equipment, participates in preventive maintenance, and reports issues to the Analytical Specialist.
8. Assists in handling and storing supplies, and notifies when inventory is low.
9. Participates in the department's Quality Improvement program through active involvement in specimen identification and quality tracking.
10. Assists with evaluation and validation of new instruments and technologies.
11. Completes initial and ongoing competency assessments and maintains knowledge of Laboratory Information System programs.
12. Participates in training and orientation of new employees.

Position Details

$12,500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!*

This position qualifies for off-shift differentials and incentives.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support, and employee assistance programs. Learn more at https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity.

Educational and Certification Requirements

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required)
• Certified Histotechnician - ASCP (Required)

Our Values

We are committed to caring, kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We foster a diverse, inclusive environment and are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.