[Histonet] Histotechnician Opportunities

[Michael Decker]

Good morning,

 

My name is Michael Decker, the National Director of Recruitment with
Healthcare Scouts (www.healthcarescouts.com
<http://www.healthcarescouts.com/> ) and I'm currently working on a
number of positions for Histotechnologists across the United States.  If
you are interested in any of them, please email me at
decker <@t> healthcarescouts.com or call me any time at 1.800.708.0605 x134
or on my cell phone at 281.744.2672.

 

Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from anyone
looking for a great new opportunity.

 

Here are the positions we currently have open:

 

GROSSING TECHNICIAN - Westchester, NY (Day and Night Shifts available)

 

POSITION PURPOSE

Perform duties that relate to the histology specimen grossing of
surgically removed tissue under the supervision of the histology and/or
laboratory supervisor.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

*	Ensure specimen integrity upon arrival. 
*	Accession and enter the case in TPS 
*	Dictate a gross description for each biopsy specimen, dissect
and prepare tissue for cassettes. 
*	Gross small skin biopsies and un-oriented excisions with minimal
supervision. Larger and oriented skin excisions (under the supervision
of a supervisor or pathologist). 
*	Prepare dissected tissue specimens and place into cassettes. 
*	Load prepared cassettes in Tissue Processors. 
*	Operation of tissue processors 
*	Familiar with safety procedures and standard operating
procedures. 
*	Compliance with all Federal and State regulations pertaining to
histology: 
*	Adhere to workload requirements. 
*	Maintenance of accurate work records (i.e., Grossing Station
filter maintenance logs, QA Logs, etc.). 
*	Able to evaluate new laboratory equipment and procedures. 
*	Able to perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Procedures. 
*	Working knowledge and understanding of TPS System. 
*	Assist in the professional development of laboratory aides. 
*	Daily housekeeping. 

 

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:


Associate Degree or BS in Science or related Field.  NY State Licensed /
Permit or eligible.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledgeable in the handling of specimens from accessioning to final
specimen storage.  Working knowledge of laboratory organization,
operational procedures, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and
laboratory safety.  Working knowledge and understanding of computers.

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Hired with experience; must possess one - three year's experience

 

 

HISTOTECHNICIAN - Philadelphia, PA (Day Shift)

 

POSITION PURPOSE

Histo-Technician with at least one-two years full-time experience in
histology under the general supervision of the histology supervisor,
render assistance in the day-to-day administration of the laboratory.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

*	Knowledgeable in the handling of specimens from grossing to
final specimen storage. 
*	Dictate a gross description for each biopsy specimen, dissect
and prepare tissue for cassettes. 
*	Gross small skin/tissue biopsies and un-oriented excisions with
minimal supervision. Larger and oriented skin excisions (under the
supervision of a supervisor or pathologist). 
*	Load prepared cassettes in Tissue Processors. 
*	Operation and maintenance of the embedding station 
*	Assist supervisor with day to day administration of Histology
Laboratory.  Defined duties include: 
*	Staff development and training. 
*	Assisting in the administration of all Quality Control/Quality
Assurance Programs. 
*	Assisting in the scheduling of work flow. 
*	Compliance with all Federal and State regulations pertaining to
histology.  Specifically: 
*	Adhere to workload requirements. 
*	Maintenance of accurate work records (i.e., Maintenance Logs,
Temperature Logs, etc.) 
*	State inspection. 
*	Timely completion of instrument specific QC documentation when
applicable 
*	Evaluates new equipment and procedures. 
*	Reviews slides for overall quality of preparation such as
staining intensity, proper cover slipping and stain artifacts to help
insure accurate diagnosis. 
*	Timely distribution of completed patient materials to assigned
pathologists. 
*	Daily maintenance of cleanliness and neatness of Histology Lab
and instrumentation in all aspects. 
*	Perform other duties as directed by supervisor. 

 

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:


*	Associates Degree or BS Degree in science or related field from
a regionally accredited college/university plus successful completion of
a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program.  

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

*	Knowledge of all department policies and procedures, familiar
with State and Federal regulations governing laboratories. 

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

*	Minimum 1-2 Histology Technician experience. 

 

SKILLS / ABILITIES:

*	Strong interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational skills,
supervisory skills.  Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals.
Working knowledge of computers and programs.  Ability to type 55 wpm.
Good clerical skills. 

 

 

HISTOLOGY SUPERVISOR - Washington State (Day Shift)

Full-Time, M-F

 

Qualifications:  HT or HTL certification and four years prior
experience.  Familiarity with CLIA and CAP guidelines and the ability to
effectively manage people. This position plans, coordinates and directs
all Histology support activities including scheduling, oversight of
daily work, QA activities, staff training and development of new
technologies.  Preference will be given to those candidates with
previous supervisory experience and Lean/Six Sigma knowledge. 

 

Our client offers competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits
package including medical, dental, life and disability insurance,
401(k), and a liberal paid time off program.  Relocation assistance is
available.

 

 

HISTOTECHNOLOGIST - Northern Los Angeles, CA

 

1-3 years experience as a Histotechnician

AA or AS degree or equivalent training and experience

HT (ASCP)  or HTL (ASCP)

 

 

HISTOLOGY SUPERVISOR - Northern Los Angeles, CA

 

Five or more years of experience in the field of histotechnology. 
Up-to-date knowledge of newest histology equipment/techniques. 
Experience in setting up a new histology laboratory.

 

 

Best Regards,

 

Michael Decker

National Director of Sales and Recruitment

Healthcare Scouts

2269 Lee Road, Suite 200

Winter Park, Florida 32789

Office: 800.708.0605 x134

Cell: 281.744.2672

Fax:  877.478.6064

www.healthcarescouts.com <http://www.healthcarescouts.com/>