Senior Technician, Histology

Sentara Health Plans; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technician in Histology to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing critical histology functions such as accessioning, microtomy, and slide preparation, while ensuring adherence to technical policies and procedures. You will also assist in managing daily operations, achieve departmental goals, and maintain customer satisfaction. With a strong commitment to improving health, this organization offers a supportive and collaborative workplace environment, along with numerous benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this position is for you.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

Emergency Backup Care – 10 days

Paid Parental Leave – up to 4 weeks

Family Caregiver Leave – 2 weeks

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Histology and an Associate degree required.
• ASCP certification must be maintained within discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform Histology functions including accessioning and slide preparations.
• Assist Manager with daily operations and departmental goals.

Skills

Histology functions

Accessioning

Microtomy

Embedding

Slide preparations

Technical policy maintenance

Equipment operation

Education

Associate degree in chemical, physical or biological science

Bachelor degree

Job description

Senior Technician, Histology

Senior Technician, Histology

Apply remote type On-Site locations Charlottesville, VA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR-72926

City/State

Charlottesville, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Performs Histology functions to include accessioning, microtomy, embedding and slide preparations utilizing scientific knowledge of histology principles and following standard operating procedures. Maintains technical policies and procedures; operates and maintains equipment, instruments, tools, and manages inventory.
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility. Assists Manager with daily operations, coordination of work, achievement of departmental goals and objectives, customer satisfaction, and in meeting regulatory requirements. Maintains specialized expertise within assigned area. Routinely assumes charge of department in prioritizing workload and resolving problems in absence of Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

2 years in Histology required. Associate degree in a chemical, physical or biological science from an accredited institution required. Bachelor degree preferred. Education, experience and ASCP certification must be maintained within the specific discipline.

Join a team that has a Mission to improve health every day, join the Sentara Team!

Our Caring Workplace Environment

• Our Caring Tradition of serving Charlottesville for 100+ years providing personalized care tailored to the needs of each patient
• Free and convenient parking
• Collaboration and shared governance
• CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital
• Staff resiliency program and EAP

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Tuition Assistance - $5,250 year
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Emergency Backup Care – 10 days
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 4 weeks
• Family Caregiver Leave – 2 weeks
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Benefits:

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care.

Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.