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Quest Diagnostics

Histotechnologist I

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A Histotechnologist or Histotechnician works in a medical laboratory and prepares samples of human or animal tissue for examination under a microscope.

$73,287 / year median in Georgia

+16% projected growth

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Category Laboratory Location Tucker, Georgia Job function Operations Job family Laboratory Operations Shift Day Employee type On-Call Work mode On-site Job Description Histotechnologist I - Tucker, GA, On-Call Pay range: $34.00+ per hour Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.
On-call employees are eligible for:
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures. Capable of performing all the duties/responsibilities of a Histotechnician I and II. Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples. Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. Ensure proper tissue processing. Embed processed tissue in paraffin. Perform microtomy of embedded tissue. Prepare slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining. Perform cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated. Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures. Obtain and validate tissue used in special stains. Perform all special stain procedures. May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures. May obtain and validate control material used in IHC procedures. May perform IHC testing. Perform filing of finished blocks and slides. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures. Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests. Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities. Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
Qualifications:
Job Requirements AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience 1-3 years experience as a
Histotechnician Special Requirements:
HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) 67707 Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.