Histotechnician LEAD - Baylor Scott White Health
Laboratory, TX Health
About the Job
JOB SUMMARY
Sign On Bonus %245,000.00 New Hires Only
Location BSWH Medical Center BUMC Downtown Dallas TX
Department Histology
Shift Night Sunday - Thursday 10:00pm - 6:30am Rotating Saturday every 8th Saturday 5:00am - 1:00pm
Preferred Experience Must be ASCP HT or HTL Certified with at least 4ys of experience Must be able to meet embedding and microtomy productivity standards and be able to perform special stain activities Benchmark Special Stain instruments.
The Histotechnician 3 performs and monitors a variety of anatomic procedures and processes, assumes responsibility for problem resolutions, training others on all aspects of the department with minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Perform variety of technical procedures resulting in creation of microscopic slide preparations.
- Follow quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
- Recognize and take appropriate action when established procedures and policies are not followed.
- Perform instrument maintenance, maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and troubleshooting as needed.
- Maintain effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
- Participate in laboratory projects and educational activities.
- Demonstrates and educates laboratory methods, technical skills and provide direction to others.
- Performs all delegated functions as defined by facility CLIA Director. Assume leadership responsibility in the absence of Supervisor/Manager.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
- Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
- Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
- Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
- Fosters a positive and productive work environment that furthers the quality and effectiveness of patient care.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
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QUALIFICATIONS
Sign On Bonus %245,000.00 New Hires Only
Location BSWH Medical Center BUMC Downtown Dallas TX
Department Histology
Shift Night Sunday - Thursday 10:00pm - 6:30am Rotating Saturday every 8th Saturday 5:00am - 1:00pm
Preferred Experience Must be ASCP HT or HTL Certified with at least 4ys of experience Must be able to meet embedding and microtomy productivity standards and be able to perform special stain activities Benchmark Special Stain instruments.
- EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
ASCP-Histotechnician (ASCP-HT), ASCP-Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL): Must have one of the following:
- ASCP-Histotechnician
- ASCP-Histotechnologist.