Job Title: Histotechnologist III
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Days.
Department – Histology
Location: Silver Spring
Position Highlights:
Competitive salary
Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)
Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
Advancement: Career growth opportunities
Location: Holy Cross Health has two hospitals and four healthcare centers all a short driving distance from Washington DC and Baltimore, MD
Description:
This is a day shift full-time position.
Holy Cross Health is seeking a dedicated, talented individual proficient in Microtomy, Cytology, Special Stains, Immunohistochemistry, and grossing.
Holy Cross Hospital is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland and home to the nation’s first and region’s only Seniors Emergency Center.
Responsibilities:
Performs routine histological processing of surgical, cytology, autopsy and frozen section of tissue for examination and interpretation by a Pathologist as defined by the standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1998.
Performs routine embedding and microtomy of all types of surgical and cytology specimens. Performs accessioning of histology, cytology, and autopsy specimens and billing functions into the computer systems.
Performs special stains techniques using automated equipment.
Assists in the gross room, records each specimen into the log book and loads tissue processors along with verifying the correct program is being run.
Operates and maintains equipment necessary for the function of and provision of services performed by the department.
Performs send-out protocol to reference laboratories. Files all blocks and slides in the department.
Performs Immunohistochemistry staining techniques using automated equipment. Performs cytology duties including preparing ThinPrep slides and cell blocks.
Grosses a variety of specimens according policies and procedures.
Provides training to employees in the department including onboarding new employees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
What you will need:
Bachelor's Degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry
HT (ASCP) certification.
5 years or more of experience in a histology laboratory setting.
Pay range: $30.59 - $45.88
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
About us:
Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties — Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.
We were named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2021.
Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) 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.