Histology Technician

Current Employees:

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions

*Flexible scheduling

Essential Functions:

• Actively participates in reviewing and updating laboratory policies and procedures to comply with state and federal regulations. Assists in training staff when needed.
• Adheres to the highest laboratory standards in order to prepare tissue samples for the provider, in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Must exhibit good technical judgment and decision-making skills when dealing with unexpected situations. Confers with appropriate staff when necessary. Responds correctly to pressure situations. Documents and communicates results to the appropriate Healthcare professional.
• Plays an active role in daily and preventative maintenance of all equipment. Recognizes instrument problems and troubleshoots accordingly. Assures that all supplies are adequate and is responsible for ordering supplies.
• Responsible for cutting, staining and preparing sample tissues under microscope for physician review and may also assist in the examination of tissues in order to determine disease or abnormality.
• Clerical and documentation duties are performed accurately and efficiently.
• Inventories, replenishes and submits orders for supplies as appropriate.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies

Preferred:

Education - Completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program or Associate degree

Certification - HT or HTL certificate from the American Society of Clinical Pathology
Experience - 1+ years of Related Experience

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

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Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.