Histologic Technologist - Histology - FT - Augusta, GA
Wellstar Health System
Summary
Performs a wide variety of complex immunohistochemical and histological procedures on various tissue specimens to assist pathologists in making a correct diagnosis of patients' diseases or conditions. Responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner. Must maintain proper records of testing performed in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations. Coordinates activities of students, residents and fellows in training.
Job description
Job Summary
Performs a wide variety of complex immunohistochemical and histological procedures on various tissue specimens to assist pathologists in making a correct diagnosis of patients' diseases or conditions. Responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner. Must maintain proper records of testing performed in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations. Coordinates activities of students, residents and fellows in training.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
- Perform microtomy for routine H&E stains, frozen sections, special stains, IF, neuromuscular, Mohs, and IHC testing.
- Performs special stains, IHC, IF, neuromuscular and various manual stains.
- Correctly orients and embeds tissue into paraffin blocks.
- Capable of embedding multiple tissue sections on the same plane within one cassette.
- Operates and performs maintenance on various instruments in the laboratory.
- Maintains adequate supplies replacing them prior to expiration date.
- Proficient understanding of the CAP checklist.
- Insures compliance with CLIA 88 and CAP regulations.
- Works efficiently as a team member to assure work is completed to meet required turnaround times and delivered to the surgical pathology department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education
- High School Diploma / GED General or Accredited Program Health Science
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
- HT(ASCP) - Histotechnician or HT(ASCP)-P - Histotechnician - Provisional (1-1/2 Yrs) within 2 years
Additional License(s) and Certification(s)
HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), MT (ASCP), or QIHC (Obtain within 18 months of hire if not certified at time of hire) within 1-1/2 Yrs Required.
Required Minimum Experience
Education clarification: Associate's degree in science related field required. Minimum 4 years clinical or research laboratory setting, or HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), MT (ASCP) certification at time of hire. Minimum 4 years Histology Preferred.
Required Minimum Skills
Previous experience in microtomy is a plus.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's degree in a science-related field
- HT(ASCP) or HT(ASCP)-P certification within 2 years
- HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), MT (ASCP), or QIHC certification within 18 months of hire if not certified at time of hire
- Minimum 4 years clinical or research laboratory experience, or HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), MT (ASCP) certification at time of hire
- Minimum 4 years Histology experience preferred
- Previous experience in microtomy is a plus
Company overview
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare systems, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. As a non-profit health system, Wellstar operates with a mission to enhance the health and well-being of every person it serves through its PeopleCare approach. The system employs approximately 29,469 to 33,000 team members across multiple hospitals, health parks, medical offices, outpatient centers, pediatric centers, nursing facilities, and hospice and home care services. Wellstar is nationally recognized for operating Georgia's largest integrated trauma network and features the second-largest Emergency Department in the United States. The organization provides more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, demonstrating its commitment to community health. Wellstar has earned numerous accolades including recognition on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Best Workplaces in Health Care, and PEOPLE Companies that Care lists. The system embraces innovation through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, which nurtures early-stage healthcare companies, and maintains academic partnerships with institutions like the Medical College of Georgia for caregiver training. With specialties spanning cardiovascular care, oncology, women's health, pediatrics, musculoskeletal services, and numerous other medical disciplines, Wellstar delivers comprehensive healthcare across all stages of life.