Description
Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.0 | Full Time | Variable Schedule Days
Please Note: Willing to accept a Certified Histotechnician or a Certified Histotechnologist. Salary is based on years of relevant experience. Plus, you may earn extra shift differentials for swing, night, and weekend hours.
Our Histology department processes a wide variety of specimens. In addition to routine histology we perform IHC and special stains. The Histotechnician should possess sound organizational skills that support accuracy & attention to detail under stressful, high-paced work conditions. Also, they should encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers & other departments and display collaborative effort to maximize efficiency in daily workflow. As a Histotechnician you will have the opportunity to perform all procedures required to prepare tissue specimens for histological diagnosis by the Pathologist.
One of the following is required
- Associate degree in a laboratory science - OR -
- Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited Histotechnician program – OR –
- Education/experience demonstrating qualifications to take and successfully complete the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Histotechnician exam), experience is defined as a minimum of 60 college credit hours with at least 18 combined biology/chemistry credits
Preferred Education
- Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
Licensure/Certifications
- HT: Histotechnician registered by Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is required within 6 months of hire
A histotechnologist performs all routine histology functions of the Histotechnician role in addition to high-complexity histologic and immunohistochemical procedures, test development and validation activities, and advanced technical consultation.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution is required
Certification/Licensure
- Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited Histological Technician program – OR – Exam Eligible (having education/experience demonstrating qualifications to take and successfully complete the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Histotechnician exam) is required
- HTL: Histotechnologist certification within 6 months of hire is required
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:
- Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
- Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
- Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.
At Asante, we are guided by our values:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
