Immediate opening for Histotechnician to support the Madigan Army Medical Center at the Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA.

Qualifications Degree/Education :

Successful completion of two academic years of study above high school that included at least 24 semester hours in Chemistry and/or in appropriate fields of biological science and successful completion of a 12-month program of education and training in histopathology.

Experience:

One year of experience

Board Certification :

Current certification/registration as determined by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or AMT. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Perform a full range of clinical laboratory tests in any one or a combination of the following sections of the laboratory: histotechnology. Determine the suitability of specimens for analysis. Prepare specimens for analysis and ensure that the physiologic state of the properties is maintained. Prepare reagents and primary reference materials as necessary. Calibrate, standardize, adjust, and maintain instruments. Verify correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks. Identify the cause of common problems and make simple repairs. Recognize and react to indicators of malfunction. Locate and implement corrections. Obtain analytical data, convert to a prescribed unit of reporting, as necessary, and correlate data to verify results. Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents and products and maintain proper records for quality control and quality assurance reports. Prepare specimens for transport to MTF laboratory or for mail out. Prepare biological waste for proper disposal. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits include:

Relocation Assistance (if needed) paid Federal Holidays Personal Leave Days Health & Welfare Reimbursement 401(K) Please submit resume for immediate consideration.

Pay:

From $1.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person