Travel Histotechnologist
Travel Histotechnologist IWork with Quest Labs Nationwide! All travel expenses and lodging paidVarious schedules and shiftsWork in a full time, permanent travel Histology position receiving all full time benefits!Benefits/Perks:
All travel and lodging expenses paid by Quest including Airbnb rentalsDay 1 Medical/Dental/Vision15 PTO days first year
a free diversity dayAnnual Bonus Opportunity401K matchingTuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programsOpportunities for career advancementTraining providedOptional overtimeOption to visit home every other weekend$2500 Retention BonusFree lab tests when performed at any Quest Diagnostics locationShift differential when applicableThe position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnician or histotechnologist and possess ASCP certification in Histotechnology.
The individual in this position will perform all routine histopathology functions, as well as handle some more complex tasks.
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides formicroscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
Capable of performingall ofthe duties/responsibilities of aHistotechnicianI and II.
Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
Obtain, verify and/or validate tissue used in special stains.
Perform all special stain procedures, both manual and automated.
May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
May obtain, verify and/or validate control material used in IHC procedures.
May perform IHC testing.
May perform gross tissue examination (high complexity testing) if meets personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493.
1489 and the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minorequipment failures.
Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
Provide training and guidance toHistotechnicians, students and lab aides.
Perform limited QA/QC functions and identify issues requiring troubleshooting.
Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, includingcytopreparation, staining,coverslipping, etc.
after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types.
This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimensAdhere to laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONSRequiredWork
Experience:
AS degree or equivalent training and experienceHT (ASCP)1-year Histology experienceCurrent state licensure, if applicableMeet all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum Qualifications forHistotechnicianand Histology Supervisor.
If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP.
Preferred Work
Experience:
BS degreeHTL (ASCP)Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program3 years of histopathology experienceImmunohistochemistry experiencePhysical and Mental Requirements:
The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects:
Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
Frequent walking and/or standing.
May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments andapparatuses all of whichdemand significant manualdexterityEDUCATIONAssociates Degree (Required)Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSHT/HTL (ASCP) or eligible for exam (Required)NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred) Recommended Skills Pathology Problem Solving Quality Management Histology Immunohistochemistry Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
All travel and lodging expenses paid by Quest including Airbnb rentalsDay 1 Medical/Dental/Vision15 PTO days first year
a free diversity dayAnnual Bonus Opportunity401K matchingTuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programsOpportunities for career advancementTraining providedOptional overtimeOption to visit home every other weekend$2500 Retention BonusFree lab tests when performed at any Quest Diagnostics locationShift differential when applicableThe position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnician or histotechnologist and possess ASCP certification in Histotechnology.
The individual in this position will perform all routine histopathology functions, as well as handle some more complex tasks.
Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides formicroscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.
Capable of performingall ofthe duties/responsibilities of aHistotechnicianI and II.
Prepare solutions and reagents for special stain procedures.
Obtain, verify and/or validate tissue used in special stains.
Perform all special stain procedures, both manual and automated.
May prepare solutions and reagents for IHC procedures.
May obtain, verify and/or validate control material used in IHC procedures.
May perform IHC testing.
May perform gross tissue examination (high complexity testing) if meets personnel qualifications set forth by the 1988 CLIA CFR 493.
1489 and the corporate Minimum Qualifications for Non-Pathologist Performing Gross Tissue Examinations SOP.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minorequipment failures.
Document remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.
Provide training and guidance toHistotechnicians, students and lab aides.
Perform limited QA/QC functions and identify issues requiring troubleshooting.
Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, includingcytopreparation, staining,coverslipping, etc.
after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types.
This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimensAdhere to laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONSRequiredWork
Experience:
AS degree or equivalent training and experienceHT (ASCP)1-year Histology experienceCurrent state licensure, if applicableMeet all requirements as outlined in corporate Policy for Minimum Qualifications forHistotechnicianand Histology Supervisor.
If performing Immunohistochemistry testing, meet all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Immunohistochemistry Testing SOP.
Preferred Work
Experience:
BS degreeHTL (ASCP)Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program3 years of histopathology experienceImmunohistochemistry experiencePhysical and Mental Requirements:
The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects:
Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
Frequent walking and/or standing.
May be required to use a wide variety of manual tools and laboratory instruments andapparatuses all of whichdemand significant manualdexterityEDUCATIONAssociates Degree (Required)Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONSHT/HTL (ASCP) or eligible for exam (Required)NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program (Preferred) Recommended Skills Pathology Problem Solving Quality Management Histology Immunohistochemistry Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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