What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pathology Technician position at Regions Hospital?
$2000 Sign on bonus eligible
Regions Hospital Histopathology Department is currently seeking a self-motivated, quality focused Histotechnician to join our team.
At Regions Hospital you’ll find a warm, diverse group of people who are committed to helping our patients – and each other. We foster an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences and recognizes hard work. We’re also committed to living our values. This means you can expect us to be your partner and treat you with dignity and respect. Join our team and make good happen!
As a Histotechnician at Regions Hospital you will join an innovative and collaborative group of professionals in our newly remodeled laboratory designed for ergonomics and workflow. Our team has also been engaged in developing our new laboratory information system designed to provide efficiency and patient safety. Your work will support Regions Hospital as well as six other suburban hospitals and over twenty clinics in our network.
As part of our team, you will:
- Perform processing of small non-complex specimens under the direction of and as outlined by histopathology medical director.
- Perform tests and procedures in a histology laboratory; to perform functions associated with obtaining, receiving and processing of surgical pathology specimens in patients of all ages, to maintain laboratory equipment and supplies,
- Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associates degree from an accredited Histotechnician program or equivalent.
Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: ASCP or ASCPi board certification as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist, or new graduate of a Histotechnician program must obtain the board certification within 6 months of hire date. Preferred Qualifications:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Successful completion of an accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program
Experience:
- One year of full-time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last five years
- Experience processing immunohistochemistry (IHC) and/or Direct Immunofluorescence (DIF)
- Previous experience in grossing of small specimens
Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP)
Additional Information:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.