Histologist Full time

Valley View hospital is seeking a day shift Histotechnologist! M-F, no weekends or holidays!

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

Performs histological procedures to prepare surgical specimens for diagnostic pathology. Utilizes resources and techniques effectively according to established policies and procedures. Maintains skill and knowledge to promote the Histology Department's services.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduate of a one-year accredited histology program. Certificate in Histology, either Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification is required. ASCP registered or eligible for certification.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience in histology. Knowledgeable regarding all aspects of the histology department. Knowledgeable regarding surgical and autopsy pathology Knowledgeable regarding the identification and embedding of all tissue specimens. Knowledgeable regarding the cutting and mounting of tissue specimens. Knowledgeable in H & E staining and cover slipping of all tissue specimens. Knowledgeable in the preparation of frozen sections. Knowledgeable in the performance of special histochemical procedures. Have basic computer skills.

SALARY RANGE

$32.68 to $48.06 /hour Entry salary dependent upon education, skill set, and experience.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents Employer paid basic life coverage with buy-up coverage options Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care.

Time away from work:

paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), Paid Sick/Bereavement Leave under Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), leaves of absence. Tuition Assistance Available Retirement Plan 401(a) Retirement Plan 403(b) plans with employer matching contributions. Employee Assistance Program Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services Employee voluntary benefits such as Discounted RFTA bus passes, discounted gym memberships, Corporate Ski passes, free car seat for new Valley View babies born or adopted by Valley View employee(s) Free Use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes, based on availability.

Loan Repayment:

Valley View is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

APPLICATION SUBMISSION END DATE

This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. About Us Located between Aspen and Vail, along the Colorado River, Glenwood Springs is a mecca for outdoor adventures in our beautiful mountains. When you are looking to relax, we also have the largest hot springs pool in the world. As a community with a population of about 10,000, Glenwood Springs is an ideal size. Valley View Hospital offers exceptional benefits, including a robust health and dental plan; vision and life insurance; defined contribution pension plan; 403(b); and generous accrual of vacation/sick days. Relocation and other financial assistance may apply, along with many more employee perks. At Valley View, our mission is to provide convenient, connected care to the communities of Western Colorado with scope, technology, and expertise that are rarely found in regional hospitals. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.