Histology Technician, Certified +5k sign-on bonus, schedule: 40 hours, Mon

• Thur and Sun, 8pm
• 4:30am Forefront Dermatology
• 3.

0 Pleasant Prairie, WI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Anatomy knowledge Microsoft Excel Word embeddings Pathology Productivity software Associate's degree Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Overview:

The Histology Technician is responsible for obtaining and preparing tissue specimens for microscopic examination. Duties include but are not limited to grossing, fixation, cutting, mounting, and staining tissue samples for dermatopathologist review. The technician prioritizes and completes procedures accurately and promptly while maintaining accurate records in compliance with established policies and regulations.

Schedule:

40 hours, Mon

• Thur and Sun, 8pm
• 4:30am (3rd shift) Sign-on bonus: $5,000.

00 Here are just a few things we offer: Access to health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account $500 matching contribution Eligible for PTO and Holiday pay Company paid life insurance and long term disability (full-time only) Access to voluntary short term disability insurance (full-time only) Access to additional life insurance Eligible for Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Cancer Guardian 401K with employer contribution Profit sharing Employee discounts And much more!

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform complex histology procedures using a variety of techniques. Accession tissue specimens. Receive and prepare tissue specimens. May perform grossing and inking (dependent on meeting Agency requirements). Prepare media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions. Process tissue, embedding, microtomy/cutting, staining, use cryostat, freezing. Label and prepare slides. Performs quality control on completed slides. With oversight, identify problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Examine slides under the microscope to detect deviations from the norm and report abnormalities. Preserve and store samples. Clean and maintain instruments, equipment, and work areas. Log, file, track, and store specimens and slides. Maintain lab supplies inventory. Maintain documentation in all CLIA-required and clinic or lab-preferred QA/QC logs. Adhere to compliance and completion of compliance training. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree required. Completion of NAACLS histology training program required. HT ASCP certification or completion of a Histology Technician training course, with eligibility to sit for the exam, is required. Certification must be obtained within one year of hire. CLIA requirements to perform specified job duties, preferred: A minimum of 60 semester hours with: 24 hours in medical lab technology OR 24 hours with (6-chemistry, 6-biology, and 12 hours in chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination AND three months documented lab training in high complexity testing by specialty. 2+ years as a histology technician preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be knowledgeable in standard concepts, practices, and procedures, with a strong understanding of anatomy and tissue pathology. Must be detail oriented. Must have effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. High level of integrity, ethical judgment, and confidentiality when handling sensitive data. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required. Must be able to learn new software quickly. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, leadership, and the public. Ability to use time productively and contribute to high levels of company operational efficiency and effectiveness. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to communicate in an active multi-office environment. Ability to efficiently operate all job related office equipment (telephone, computer, calculator, fax, copier). Ability to communicate via telephone. Ability to sit or stand for large portions of a workday. #INDRAC