Histotechnologist I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company match

Roth IRA/401(k) match after 12 months

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is seeking a Histotechnologist I for Oklahoma City, OK, on-call status. The role offers a pay range starting at $26.43 per hour with shift differentials for second and third shifts.

On-call benefits include retirement plan matches and potential bonuses based on performance. Responsibilities include tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation for staining and IHC procedures, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance across CLIA/CAP

Qualifications

• AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience.
• 1-3 years experience as a Histotechnician.
• HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s).
• Perform duties of Histotechnician I and II as required.
• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of tissue samples.
• Process paperwork related to accessioning and reporting.
• Embed processed tissue in paraffin and perform microtomy.
• Prepare slides for H&E staining and cover slipping.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stains and IHC procedures.

Education

AA or AS degree

Job description

Histotechnologist I - Oklahoma City, OK, On-Call

Pay range: $26.43+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information:

Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.

On‑call employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and non‑routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
• Capable of performing all the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II.
• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples.
• Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.
• Ensure proper tissue processing.
• Embed processed tissue in paraffin.
• Perform microtomy of embedded tissue.
• Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining.
• Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
• Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains.
• Perform all special stain procedures.
• May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
• May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures.
• May perform IHC testing.
• Perform filing of finished blocks and slides.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
• Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.

Job Requirements:

• AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience
• 1-3 years experience as a Histotechnician
• Special Requirements: HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)

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