Histotechnologist - Geisinger Medical Center -Full Time- Nights

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in a clinical environment. This role involves processing and preparing tissue specimens for examination, ensuring quality and accuracy in diagnostics. You will engage in various tasks, including microtomy, staining procedures, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The organization values its employees, offering a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment. If you are passionate about contributing to patient care and eager to grow professionally, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting on day one

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

MyHealth Rewards wellness program

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Family-friendly support including parental leave

Voluntary benefits including identity theft protection

Qualifications

• Requires HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification.
• Experience in tissue processing and microtomy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Processes and prepares tissue specimens for examination by Pathologists.
• Produces quality microscopic slides and performs staining procedures.

Skills

Tissue processing

Microtomy

Staining procedures

Laboratory Information Systems

Quality Improvement

Education

HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification

Recent graduate or less than 3 years of experience

Tools

Processing equipment

Microtome

Job description

Processes and prepares tissue specimens for examination by Pathologists.

• Processes tissues on processing equipment or by manual methods to ensure proper fixation for examination.
• Identifies and determines proper orientation of tissue specimens and embeds specimens in paraffin to ensure proper alignment for sectioning.
• Performs microtomy at proper micron to render quality sections for diagnoses.
• Produces consistently good quality microscopic slides that can be readily reviewed and interpreted by the Pathologist.
• Performs routine and special staining procedures as required to distinguish cells and organisms for diagnostic examination.
• Maintains equipment, participates in established preventive maintenance program, and alerts Analytical Specialist of any equipment problems.
• Assists in proper handling and storage of supplies, notifies Analytical Specialist when inventory is low.
• Assists with department's Quality Improvement program through active participation in patient specimen identification and quality tracking measures.
• Assists in the evaluation and validation of new instruments and new technologies as needed.
• Participation in completion of assigned initial and subsequent competency assessment examinations required and maintains working knowledge of applicable Laboratory Information System programs and system changes.
• Participates in the training and orientation of new employees.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

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

This position also qualifies for off-shift differentials and incentives.

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Anatomic Pathology Scholars Program

• New Graduate or less than 3 years of experience
• The program awards up to $21,000 in financial support with a five-year work commitment.

This position requires an HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP). Recent graduates are encouraged to apply!