Histotechnician

Summary

Job Description:

Histotechnician

Full-Time I First Shift

Laboratory I Lexington, KY

Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patient matters. We demonstrate this by providing state-of-the-art technology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement.

Description

• The Histotechnologist independently performs, interprets, validates and correlates tests as ordered by physicians by following the approved departmental procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agencies.

• The Histotechnologist determines that the test results meet requirements of the quality control program and if not met, repeat test and ensure the results are approved for reporting.
• The Histotechnologist expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.

• Seeks out additional tasks when workload is slow.
• Assists others with different aspects of the job.
• Assists with answering the phone promptly and courteously.
• Assists with supplies - ordering, stocking, and notifies appropriate personnel of departmental supply needs to ensure uninterrupted testing.
• Assists with additional departmental tasks as needed or assigned.
• Assists with training of students and new employees.
• Perform duties above and beyond routine tasks.
• Plans, organizes, coordinates and follows up on assignments in an effective and timely manner.

Requirements:

• Associate degree.
• In lieu of degree 8 years of full-time experience in a histopathology laboratory.
• One year experience in histopathology laboratory.
• Certified Histotechnician.
• Must obtain Histotechnician within 1 year.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match

Work Experience

Education