Histotechnologist I

Quest Diagnostics; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Histotechnologist I in Oklahoma City, OK, on-call. The role involves preparing slides for microscopic evaluation, embedding tissue, performing microtomy, sectioning, and staining as part of the pathology team.

The candidate should have an AA or AS degree or equivalent, 1-3 years of Histotechnician experience, and HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification. The position includes shift differential opportunities and potential performance bonuses.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s) according to policies
• Capable of performing duties of Histotechnician I and II
• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of tissue samples
• Process paperwork for accessioning and reporting
• Embed tissue in paraffin and perform microtomy
• Perform staining and cover slipping of slides; prepare reagents for special stains and IHC procedures
• Maintain equipment and document quality control activities
• Ensure compliance with CLIA and CAP regulations

Skills

Histotechnician experience

Education

AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience

HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)

Job description

Histotechnologist I - Oklahoma City, OK, On-Call

Job Description

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

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.

Qualifications

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

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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