JOB SUMMARY:
Welcome to Suburban Gastroenterology (SGI)! SGI is a thriving single specialty medical practice with an attached state of the art ambulatory surgical center located in the heart of Naperville, IL. We are a team of dedicated physicians and advance practice providers focused on treating gastrointestinal illness, colon cancer screening, liver disease and obesity. We are looking for an experienced Histotechnologist to join our team!
The Histotechnologist will perform a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of receiving all histology specimens and processing them using various methodologies, complex machinery, and staining systems. The Histotechnologist will prepare the slides for Pathologist review by cutting prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery. Throughout this process he or she is responsible for labeling, entering, and tracking the progress of the specimen until it reaches the Pathologist for diagnosis.
The position will also assist in maintaining inventory and supplies, cleaning and organizing of workstations, disposal of biological waste, adherence to all compliance and operational procedures. The Histotechnologist must be familiar with all laboratory policies and procedures. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills where customer service and responsibility to patient care is the priority.
Additional duties include documentation per CAP guidelines, communication with pathologists and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. This is not a supervisory position. However, this position will demonstrate communication of all routine problems and deviations from protocol to the Lead Histotechnologist and/or pertinent superiors.
GENERAL DUTIES:
- Determine appropriate handling and tissue processing for specimens, and priorities on requested procedures.
- Utilize appropriate equipment with precision for all histological protocols.
- Efficiently perform all aspects of tissue processing included but not limited to gross examination, embedding, microtomy and complex special staining.
- Perform computer data entry, recall, and labeling on pathology network.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and minor adjustments on all lab equipment.
- Prepare and examine solutions for contamination, impurities, or instability.
- Follow procedures on all lab tests.
- Examine microscopically all stained slides and controls to determine accuracy of the last test and make modifications to the procedures as needed.
- Retrieve and store specimens properly for long term storage.
- Maintain archived Histological slides and blocks.
- Perform all procedures in a timely manner.
- Answer laboratory phone properly and take information correctly.
- Assist in the ordering of laboratory supplies to maintain proper inventory.
- Knowledgeable of all lab procedures and specimen submission requirements.
- Understand and use proper safety practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Lead Histotechnologist.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor’s degree in biological health or social science or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
- Two to three (2-3) years of experience working in a clinical histology lab.
- Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification (HT, HTL, ASCP), or eligible for certification.
A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Immunohistochemistry Certification (QIHC, ASCP).
- Experience using laboratory equipment such as complex machinery and staining systems.
- Experience entering data into an electronic system.
- Experience with medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology.
- Experience purchasing and maintaining lab supplies.
- Experience cleaning and maintaining laboratories and lab equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Highly motivated individual looking to pursue a long-term career in histology.
- Excellent interpersonal skills where customer service and responsibility to patient care is the priority.
- Proficiency at solving complex problems, and exhibit excellent computer skills.
- Willing and capable of learning new techniques relating to histology and molecular pathology.
- Ability to listen and follow precise protocols and written instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to organize workload, file correctly by alphabetical and numerical order.
- Must possess a professional demeanor and have experience that demonstrates problem solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Familiarity with HIPAA and security compliance requirements
- Detail oriented, self-motivated, a fast learner and possess excellent time management, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to take direction and use independent judgment to coordinate and meet multiple deadlines.
If you are passionate about patient care, have excellent technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply for the Histotechnologist position. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth within our organization.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
Medical Specialty:
Work Location: In person
