Histotechnologist - PRN

LifePoint Health; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Warrenton is seeking a Histotechnologist to maintain professional knowledge and perform testing in the Clinical Laboratory. The role involves producing high-quality slides, performing special staining, and assisting in examinations. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in Histology and critical thinking skills. Join us for competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of histology clinical rotation required.
• Preferred 1 year clinical Histology experience.

Responsibilities

• Produces high quality slides consistent with laboratory policy.
• Performs special staining and assists pathologist with examinations.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy and reports results.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Ability to Work Under Stress

Education

Associate’s Degree

Degree in Histology

Job description

Job Description - Histotechnologist - PRN (7465-6063)

Job Description

Histotechnologist - PRN - 7465-6063

Description

The Histotechnologist maintains current professional knowledge and skills to perform testing as a Histologist in the Clinical Laboratory, including fluid cytology preparation.

• Responsible for producing high quality slides in an efficient manner consistent with laboratory and hospital policy.
• Performs special staining, frozen sections, gross examination and assistance and autopsy assistance. Assists the pathologist with post-mortem examination and collection of specimens.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
• Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.

Who We Are:

Fauquier Health is a 97-bed acute care hospital offering surgical services (including robotics), a 24-hour Emergency Department, extensive medical imaging capabilities, an Intensive Care Unit and much, much more. The Fauquier Health system offers patient care for a variety of specialty services including Orthopedics and Spine, a Cardiac Catheterization Lab, and robotic-assisted surgery. The fourth floor of the hospital is devoted to our Family Birthing Center and Intermediate Care Nursery.

Where We Are:

The charm of Warrenton is irresistible with Old Town Warrenton’s brick sidewalks and historic homes, set beside local businesses who love to greet neighbors and visitors. Whether you are seeking outdoor adventure, local cuisine, or the charm of shops and boutiques, here you will find something for everyone.

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

· And much more…

Qualifications

Associate’s degree X Preferred □ Required

Degree in Histology preferred.

Exception: Meets requirements under the ASCP Grandfather clause, certified prior to 2004.

Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills
Certifications:
Required - Histotechnician (ASCP)
Preferred - Histotechnologist (ASCP)

Minimum Work Experience
Required - Completion of histology clinical rotation
Preferred - 1 year clinical Histology experience

EEOC Statement:

Fauquier Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job

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Laboratory

Primary Location

Primary Location

Virginia-Warrenton

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