Histotechnologist - Per Diem

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free onsite parking

Referral rewards program

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Wilmington, DE, seeks a part-time Histotechnologist (per diem days) to perform routine histologic procedures, including IHC staining, and assist pathologists with grossing and frozen sections. You will operate and troubleshoot instruments, maintain specimen integrity, and keep accurate laboratory records.

The role emphasizes safety with infectious specimens and hazardous chemicals, adaptability to changing workloads, and professional interactions with staff, patients,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Histotechnician Technology
• HT (ASCP) certification preferred
• Experience with routine and specialized analytical procedures
• Familiar with MISYS LIMS
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Maintain laboratory records and computer data.
• File slides and paraffin blocks properly.
• Assist pathologist with grossing and frozen sections.
• Handle infectious specimens and hazardous chemicals safely.
• Adapt to changing work demands and schedules.
• Demonstrate professional interaction with staff, patients and families.

Skills

Histology

Quality control

Laboratory records

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

MISYS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Job Title: Histotechnologist Employment Type: Per Diem Shift: Days - 8 hour shifts

Position Purpose

Performs routine histologic procedures according to established protocols. Maintains specimen integrity and identity throughout the preparation process. Performs histochemical and immunohistochemical staining procedures. Periodically performs routine cytologic procedures based on section needs. Performs quality control testing in accordance with established protocols.

As a Histotechnologist you will:

• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots complex laboratory instruments.
• Maintains Laboratory records and computer data.
• Properly files slides/paraffin blocks.
• Assists pathologist with specimen grossing and frozen sections.
• Manages infectious specimens, hazardous chemicals and potentially dangerous instruments in accordance with hospital and departmental policies in order to maintain a safe work environment.
• Changes work methods or schedule and modifies behavior when necessary in order to adapt to various situations and changing work demands.
• Demonstrates professional, friendly, courteous, interpersonal skill in interactions with hospital staff, supervisory staff, co-workers, customers, and patients/family members.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree or equivalent in Histotechnician Technology from an accredited institution and relevant laboratory experience. HT (ASCP) preferred. Performance of routine and highly specialized analytical procedures requires a high level of technical skill and use of technical judgement in performance and evaluation of all procedures. Understanding of all routine, new and special procedures required for performance of testing in the laboratory. Experience with laboratory information system (MISYS) preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office software products desirable.

Position Highlights

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

About us

For more than 90 years, Saint Francis Hospital has served the Wilmington community and Northern New Castle County by providing compassionate health care of the highest quality. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia in 1924, Saint Francis heeds a particular call to serve those in need. Our ministry is to serve all who require expert medical care regardless of religion, race, color, creed or economic status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.