Histotechnologist I FT/Nights (ORMC)

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site pharmacy

Paid time off

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Histotechnologist I to process surgical, autopsy, and study specimens for pathologic diagnosis. Responsibilities include fixation, processing, freezing, microtomy, sectioning, and staining slides for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.

The role is scheduled Night Shift Full-time 40 hours per week from 10pm-6am, based in Orlando, FL. Strong emphasis on quality control and adherence to policy, with opportunities for career growth within a leading regional

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Graduate from an approved school of Histotechnology is required.
• Current Florida license as Clinical Laboratory Technologist; ASCP HT/HTL certification or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic histotechnology staining techniques.
• Operates computerized equipment for processing and staining specimens.
• Uses the laboratory computer system to add, cancel, and verify completed orders.
• Performs and documents quality control and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Maintains compliance with Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary

The Histotechnologist I processes surgical, autopsy, and study specimens for pathologic diagnosis. Responsibilities include tissue fixation, processing, freezing, microtomy, frozen sectioning, and staining slides for microscopic examination by the Pathologist.

Schedule: Night Shift Full-time 40 hours a week from 10pm-6am

Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
• Wellness incentives - earn up to $500/year

Financial Security

• Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
• Group life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Time Away & Family Support

• Nearly five weeks of PTO including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
• Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring

Learning & Career Growth

• \"Preferred Education Program\": earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out-of-pocket costs
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
• Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training

Extra Perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
• Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more

ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet® Recognition, the gold standard for nursing’s contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service excellence.

Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. \"Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work\" is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Essential Functions

• Performs basic histotechnology staining techniques.
• Operates computerized equipment for processing and staining specimens.
• Uses the laboratory computer system to add, cancel, and verify completed orders.
• Performs and documents quality control and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoots instruments, processing, and staining processes.
• Places engineering and biomed service requests as needed.
• Prepares stock and working reagents and maintains an adequate supply.
• Receives and processes specimens, answers the telephone, and greets guests to the department.
• Reports all unacceptable quality control and instrument failures to a senior technologist, pathology coordinator, manager, and/or Pathologist, and documents discrepancies and their resolutions.
• Assumes at least one of the following responsibilities: outside facility frozen section room maintenance, projects, teaching, tech in charge, reagent validations, or evaluation of new technology.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Maintains an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program, including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators.
• Follows established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agencies requirements.
• Practices infection control and safety policies.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records, hospital, and departmental matters at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Associate’s degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Graduate from an approved school of Histotechnology is required.

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains a current Florida license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Qualification: Histology Technologist).
• Certified as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL), or eligible for either certification through a professional laboratory agency such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).

Experience

• None.