Sr Histotechnologist - Pathology

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First in Florida seeks a Senior Histotechnologist to oversee diagnosis-related pathology testing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and federal standards. The role supports leadership within the Health First laboratory team and coordinates high-complexity analyses across the department.

The candidate will guide quality control, validate new tests, manage equipment maintenance, and ensure competency through annual assessments while collaborating with clinicians to optimize

Qualifications

• Education: Associate of Science degree or equivalent as required by state.
• Licensure: Histology Technologist licensure by State of Florida (CLIA compliant).
• Work Experience: minimum 2 years as a Histology Technologist.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: color vision test, computer proficiency, autonomous work, strong prioritization and organization, English communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs oversight tasks on all pathology testing across varying complexities in a timely, efficient manner.
• Ensures compliance with Health First policies and state/federal accreditation requirements.
• Performs and assigns quality control tasks; supports validation of new tests/equipment and routine maintenance.
• Maintains EMR competency and participates in departmental competency assessments.
• Communicates effectively with laboratory staff and external clinical departments; adheres to AIDET principles.

Skills

Critical thinking

Prioritization

Organization

Communication

Education

Associate of Science degree or equivalent

Bachelor of Science in related field (preferred)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Histotechnologist performs oversight functions, in accordance with all pertinent federal and state accreditation agencies on all diagnostic tests in pathology department to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, ensuring validity and accuracy of test results. Oversees laboratory testing tasks of various complexities, while engaging in no harm, high-quality, consumer-centric experience, and stewardship by working as a member of Health First laboratory leadership team.

Job Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Histotechnologist performs oversight functions, in accordance with all pertinent federal and state accreditation agencies on all diagnostic tests in pathology department to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, ensuring validity and accuracy of test results. Oversees laboratory testing tasks of various complexities, while engaging in no harm, high-quality, consumer-centric experience, and stewardship by working as a member of Health First laboratory leadership team.

Primary Accountabilities

• Performs oversight tasks, in lieu of supervisor, on all pathology testing of various complexities, in a timely and efficient manner using various pathology lab equipment, devices or via manual method. The Sr. Histotech will help with any lab department as assigned by lab leadership. Performs oversight role on pathologic processes and analyses of various specimen types or tissues. The oversight tasks involving human tissues may include but not limited to: tissue processing, staining, quality control, frozen sections, accessioning, coverslip and labeling, chemical waste disposal, preparation for send-out, special procedures assistance (fine needle aspiration, renal & muscle biopsies).
• Ensures departmental compliance with all HF policies and procedures, along with all pertinent federal and state accreditation agency requirements.
• Performs & assigns quality control tasks on various laboratory tests ensuring its accuracy and validity. Assists lab supervisor in performing validation of new tests, equipment or methodology. Performs & assigns regular, periodic equipment maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting tasks on various lab analyzers to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy.
• Shows commitment meet departmental goals & to continuously improve performance improvement metrics.
• Competent in use various electronic medical record (EMR) applications used for patient records & results as established by laboratory procedures. Ensures departmental competency in EMR use.
• Ensures department has met and completed all Initial, Semi-Annual & Annual competencies.
• Availability to meet departmental staffing demands and demonstrates effective time management.
• Communicates effectively within the laboratory, external clinical departments, other healthcare professionals, clients, and customers. Observes AIDET in customer communication. Reports issues & departmental needs supervisor.
• Cross trains in other departments within the laboratory or performs other lab-related tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Complies with the HF I-CARE values and demonstrates effective communication with co-workers and management to include proper escalation when necessary.

Work Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Associates of Science degree or any equivalent field, as outlined by the state

• Licensure: Histology Technologist licensure by State of Florida and in accordance with CLIA
• Certification:
• Work Experience: 2 years as a Histology Technologist
• Work Experience in lieu of Education: AS degree not required if qualified to be grandfathered by the state
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must pass color blindness test, proficient in required computer applications, work autonomously with minimal supervision, strong skills in: critical thinking, prioritization and organization of tasks, communication skills (written and verbal in English)

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors of Science in equivalent or related field, as outlined by CLIA
• Licensure: Histotechnologist Supervisor license by State of FL
• Certification: HTL (ASCP)
• Work Experience: 5 years as a Histology Technologist
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: NA

Physical Requirements

• Able to endure >8 hour workday in periods of high demand.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform clinical/technical tasks.
• Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. unassisted.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to function in a highly stressful environment.
• Ability to deal with multiple problems at the same time and made independent decisions.
• Able to make independent decisions & interpret regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Schedule : Full-Time

Shift Times : 700am_330pm

Paygrade : PG-37