Histotechnologist - Lighthouse Lab Services

Lighthouse Lab Services seeks a full-time Histotechnologist for a Healthcare system in La Grange, IL. The qualified individual will process specimens for pathologic diagnosis, tissue fixation, processing, preparing and staining slides for microscopic examination by the pathologist. The facility prides itself as a family of caregivers with a mission to treat every person, every time with dignity and respect. Wellness is at the core of what they do, focusing on living a better life today and always. With their whole-person care, expertise and world-class resources they strive to provide an exceptional experience for all. With hospitals and facilities in over 9 states, their consistent approach to healthcare allows them to live their mission and ensure that their communities are living fuller, healthier lives. If you are looking for a career with an organization that truly believes in excellent patient care, you're in the right place!

About La Grange
La Grange can be more reasonable compared to living directly in Chicago, making it an attractive option for homebuyers. It’s known for its relatively low crime rate, contributing to a sense of safety and security. The well-preserved historic downtown often hosts community events and festivals, fostering a strong sense of community and providing entertainment for residents. The town is known for its diversity and inclusion which creates an environment where people from various backgrounds can feel welcome and a place where they enjoy laying down roots.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in training new employees and histology students/interns while providing leadership and mentoring to Histotechnicians, fellow histotechnologists, and laboratory support staff to maintain optimal operations and outstanding customer service
• May perform quality control testing, equipment maintenance, identification of problems that may affect test performance or reporting of test results, and troubleshooting practices
• Ensures the analytic accuracy, precision, and sensitivity in test methods
• Maintains established facility and department policies and procedures
• Performs analytical activities related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special histologic staining, frozen sectioning, cover slipping and handling of irreplaceable tissue, surgical and body fluid specimens
• Participates in proficiency testing program as assigned. Ensures that proficiency testing deadlines are met and samples are analyzed in the same manner as patient samples
• May perform immunohistochemical staining and documents quality control, maintains instrumentation and supplies
• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment
• May prepare specimens utilize for research requests
• Ensures special stains are performed on tissues, as needed
• May perform special staining, maintaining solutions and documents quality control
• Follows established procedures to collect and process biological specimens for analysis
• May register, order, and accession pathology specimens into computer systems
• Operates and maintains equipment used to embed, section, stain, and coverslip specimens
• Adheres to safety requirements and appropriately handles and disposes chemicals
• May assist in procedural areas with specimen collection such as Fine Needle Aspirations
• May assist in procedural areas with specimen collection such as Fine Needle Aspirations
• May assist with preparation of Cytology specimens
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to prepare tissue specimens to confirm patient diagnoses
• Ability to perform complex histological procedures, record and analyze data, and maintain/repair instruments
• Up-to-date knowledge of specimen handling, ranging from accession to specimen storage
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledgeable in troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Ability to support continuous laboratory service improvement to ensure timely preparations for quality diagnoses
• Ability to maintain safety standards and comply with government regulations in laboratory practices
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associate's degree in a related field

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
• One year of experience as a Histology technician/technologist in a Histology laboratory setting

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Histotechnologist (HTL) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification if facility applicable

SHIFT, SALARY, BENEFITS

• 1st shift 4am-12:30pm M-F
• 3rd shift 8pm-4:30am M-F

• $26.08-$39.12/hr depending on education and experience
• Full benefits

About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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