Histology Technologist I, Full Time - Sierra, NV, United States - Sonic Anatomic Pathology

Description

Quality is in our DNA is it in yours?

You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You've got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

As a Histology Technologist you will be in lab professional role, preparing histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by Pathologist.

Days:
Monday - Friday
Full-time: Section (cut thin sections of tissue), stain (enhance contrast of tissue and highlight specific features of interest with routine hematoxylin and eosin stains), and mount tissue (adhere tissue onto glass slides), from surgical procedures
Operates and performs maintenance on laboratory equipment including tissue processors, embedding stations, automated H&E stainer and film coverslipper, microtomes, and IHC stainers

Bachelor Degree in the field of Laboratory Science or equivalent under the 1988 Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines of high complexity testing.

~3+ years' full time grossing experience is preferred.
~ C ompletion of a Histology program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) or minimum of one (1) year experience as a Histology Technician and competent in the areas of embedding, microtomy, grossing (preferred), special stains, and immunohistochemistry
~ Successful completion of a visual color discrimination test
~ Ability to work efficiently and produce high quality slides

A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
A sense of belonging – we're a community

Sonic Anatomic Pathology


Work Shift:
Laboratory Operations

Western Pathology Consultants

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