Senior Histotechnologist Monday-Friday Full Time Days

Position Summary

At Baptist Health, our mission is to improve the health and quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve.

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital offers great NEW competitive pay and benefits!

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
• Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

ALL benefits start on day one!

Position Summary

The Hisotechnologist, Sr. processes surgical specimens for pathologic diagnosis, including tissue fixation, processing, microtomy, and staining slides for microscopic examination by the Pathologist. Performs related special staining techniques, which may include immunohistochemical, immunoflourescent, and enzymehistochemical stains. Documents all quality control and preventive maintenance procedures performed

Responsibilities

Essential Functions • Maintains active participation with the pathology group and corporate functions by assisting with: o Developing and revising policies and processes, including quality control and maintenance. o Evaluating and maintaining instruments. o Defining competency requirements. o Training and evaluating new hires and/or students. o Collaborating with the Quality Specialist on developing and implementing process improvement plans. o Ensuring regulatory compliance. • Troubleshoots processing and staining processes and instruments. • Places engineering and biomed service requests as needed. • Prepares stock and working reagents and maintains an adequate supply. • Receives and processes specimens, answers the telephone, and greets guests to the department. • Reports all abnormal findings to the supervisor, manager, and/or Pathologist, and documents discrepancies and their resolutions. • Assumes three or more of the following responsibilities: key operator duties, projects, teaching, tech in charge, and evaluation of new technology. • Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the department workflow • Serves as resource to other team members in the department • Addresses customer concerns and follows up in a timely manner • Oversees daily activities associated with histology laboratory functions. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • Maintains an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program, including performance and evaluation of key quality indicators. • Follows established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agencies requirements. • Practices infection control and safety policies. • Maintains confidentiality of patient records, hospital, and departmental matters at all times. • Cross-trained to perform duties on other benches, such as slide distribution and filing.

Qualifications

Education/Training • A bachelor’s degree is required. An associates degree and two (2) years of directly related Histotechnology experience (in addition to the requirements listed in the Experience section) may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. • Graduate from an approved school of Histotechnology is required. Licensure/Certification• Certified as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL), or eligible for either certification through a professional laboratory agency such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).

Experience

Three (3) years of laboratory experience is required.