Histotechnologist II

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Sign On Bonus $10,000 for eligible candidates with more than 1 year of experience.

Sign On Bonus $5,000 for eligible candidates with less than 1 year of experience.

Relocation Bonus $3000 to eligible candidates.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 10pm - 6:30am

Location: 2855 North Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32804

• May register, order, and accession pathology specimens into computer systems.

• Operates and maintains equipment used for embedding, sectioning, staining, and cover slipping specimens.

• May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.

• May act as a preceptor for new employees and histology students/interns while providing leadership and mentoring to histotechnicians, histotechnologists, and laboratory support staff.

• Performs quality control testing, equipment maintenance, identifies problems affecting test performance or reporting, and troubleshoots issues. Ensures analytic accuracy, precision, and sensitivity in test methods.

• Maintains established facility and department policies and procedures.

• Conducts analytical activities related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special histologic staining, frozen sectioning, cover slipping, and handling of irreplaceable tissue, surgical, and body fluid specimens.

• Participates in proficiency testing programs, ensuring deadlines are met and samples are analyzed like patient samples.

• Performs immunohistochemical staining, documents quality control, and maintains instrumentation and supplies.

• Follows safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and adheres to the Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.

• May prepare and process cytology specimens for staining and examination by pathologists.

• May prepare specimens for research requests. Performs special stains on tissues as needed, maintaining solutions and documenting quality control.

• Collects and processes biological specimens for analysis following established procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.