Histology Tech I

Summit CityMD

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Base: $25.87 - $32.16 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
Embed, cut, stain tissue
Perform necessary tests
Follow standard operating procedures
The Histology Technician performs the routine tasks associated with making stained slides from surgically excised tissue for the purpose of diagnosis by a pathologist

Job Summary

  • The Histology Technician performs the routine tasks associated with making stained slides from surgically excised tissue for the purpose of diagnosis by a pathologist.
  • We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
  • VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families.

Matching Summary

The Histology Technician performs the routine tasks associated with making stained slides from surgically excised tissue for the purpose of diagnosis by a pathologist.

Salary

Base: $25.87 - $32.16 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Embed, cut, stain tissue
  • Perform necessary tests
  • Follow standard operating procedures
  • Accurate gross description on tissue
  • Operate instruments/equipment
  • Register and process cases in LIS
  • Maintain clean, neat workplace
  • Perform and document Quality Control daily
  • Prepare reagents as needed
  • File Surgical Blocks daily
  • Maintain Distilled Water System QC
  • Discard Surgical Specimens weekly
  • Maintain control of Xylene waste removal
  • Comply with Summit Health policies
  • Comply with OSHA regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Assist with special stains
  • Assist with immunohistochemistry
  • Assist with training new employees
  • Assist with accessioning
  • Strong customer service skills

Key Requirements

  • Associate’s degree required
  • 2-4 years experience required
  • HT degree or equivalent Certification preferred
  • NY State License in Clinical Lab Technology, Histology or related, required
  • Ability to communicate in English
  • Ability to use critical thinking skills
  • Ability to function autonomously
  • Experience with performing gross descriptions preferred
  • Experience with Standard Office Equipment preferred
  • Experience with Standard Office Technology preferred
  • Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) preferred

Work Rights

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