Now hiring...Histotechnologist

Full-time for Munster location

Benefit Package / Retirement Plan / Sign-on Bonus

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

Under general supervision, but according to established histologic standards and procedures, prepares surgical and autopsy specimens for gross and microscopic examination by the pathologist in diagnosing disease and assessing tissue and organ function/condition.  Capable of performing all duties of an AP Support Assistant.  Provides assistance to pathologist during special procedures; prepares all necessary testing and processing solutions and reagents; ensures that all specimens are properly identified, labeled, and logged and that quality control measures are conducted and maintained.  Performs related clerical activities such as filing, maintaining records, and processing charges.  Completes clerical tasks, when necessary for the Pathology group.  Performs all moderate and highly complex histologic procedures utilizing sophisticated instrumentation to provide the pathologist with slides for microscopic examination and interpretation in the treatment and diagnosis of disease.  Performs tasks associated with Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) testing and digital pathology.  Accountable for all tasks and responsibilities as designated by the CLIA rule and/or delegations made as a result (laboratory documentation delineates this specific information).  Fulfills the expectation for the completion of all responsibilities as determined by the applicable CLIA role.  Duties are performed under the supervision of the AP General Specialist, AP Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Administrative Director/Site Laboratory Manager and the Laboratory Medical Director.               

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

 

Education/Required – Bachelors of Science degree

Certification/Required – HTL (ASCP); If, at the time of hire, candidate qualifies to sit for the HTL examination, the candidate must pass certification within 1 year of hire.

 

Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

 

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

Medical, dental and vision coverage Wellness program, including free screenings Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA) Retirement savings plan Life insurance Disability income protection Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness center discount program Tuition assistance and career development Paid Time Off (PTO) Reward and recognition programs

 

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