Histology Technician jobs in Washington

Company Conformance Statement

In the performance of respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

· Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision

· Interact professionally with other employees, supervisors, patients, and providers

· Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments

· Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees, supervisors, and providers

· Maintain a respectful relationship with providers and co-workers

· Make good use of your time by being productive always

Our mission is to provide superior, professional healthcare in a warm efficient environment because we care about you and your health.

Job Summary:

· Prepares histologic slides from dermatology tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist and Mohs Surgeons.

Histology Technician Job Duties:

· Perform Histological technical procedures using manual and automated techniques to achieve high quality Pathology slides for review by Pathologists and Mohs Surgeons

· Prepare histological samples, high complexity grossing, embed samples, frozen section samples, sectioning staining (routine and non-routine), review samples ensure quality standards and maintain all documentation

· Preforms recuts and additional stains including PAS, Colloidal Iron, Perl’s Iron stains

· Perform immunohistochemistry stains in house as requested by Pathologist

· Troubleshoot IHC stains and Benchmark Ultra equipment needs

· Operates computerized laboratory equipment to process specimens

· Label requisitions, specimen containers, cassettes and/or slides and affixes coverslip to slides with automated glass coverslipper

· Maintains laboratory equipment and tracks all routine maintenance and quality controls performed

· Files, retrieves, and distributes blocks, and slides

· Operates, cleans, and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, and workstations

· Disposes of hazardous chemical waste per regulatory guidelines

· Maintains strict confidentiality

· Complies with all State, Federal, professional regulations as well as company and departmental rules, polices and procedural manuals

· Adherence to CLIA, State Regulations, HIPAA, Safety and OSHA Regulations

· Performs other duties as assigned

· Perform routine housekeeping duties, keep labs stocked with supplies, efficiently organize

Qualifications

Education/Licensure/Experience

· ASCP certification (HT/HTL) or registry eligible

· Skilled in Mohs techniques including but not limited to: high complexity grossing, cryoembedding, sectioning, staining, and associated trouble shooting

· Minimum of 3 years Mohs Histology experience

Knowledge/Skills/abilities:

· Knowledge of CLIA regulations regarding proficiency testing, quality assurance and quality control

· Knowledge of laboratory polices and procedures, equipment, and testing to monitor control checks

· Experience with Benchmark Ultra

· Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with laboratory staff

· Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation

· Skill in using computer programs and applications

· Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests and operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment

· Ability to listen, read, understand, and follow oral and written instruction

· Ability co communicate clearly and concisely

· Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with employee, physicians, vendors, clients, and external agencies

Environmental Working Conditions:

· Laboratory Setting: exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, blood borne pathogens, chemical hazards, and sharp instruments

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Life insurance/ AD&D- Paid by employer

Additional Voluntary life insurance- Paid by employee (voluntary)

Colonial services- Paid by employee (voluntary)

401K match, profit sharing, safe harbor and a separate cash balance plan. Cash balance plan ONLY can be cashed out upon termination.

PTO- Accrual increase after the first, second and thereafter the fifth and tenth year.

PTU- Personal time unpaid

Longevity bonus given at every 5-year mark, up until 30 years.

7 Days of holidays. In addition, after employed for 1 year you receive an additional 4 days in the month of December. Which we call our Holiday week.

Yearly uniform allotment- varies per position

Employee discount for services provided by Cascade Eye & Skin Centers. Includes: Cosmetic, plastics, optical, ophthalmology, retina, dermatology and mohs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pathology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• University Place, WA 98467: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person