Sign On Bonus $7500.00

 

What You Will Do

Perform functions involved in slide preparation for various body tissues following surgery or autopsy for study. SRHS Pathology Department receives specimens from all hospital campuses, over 100 multi-specialty physician practices, and from the Gibbs Cancer Center. Receives specimen from ambulatory surgery centers in Spartanburg County. Real-time specimen analysis for surgical cases.

Case Types

Any type of specimen collected from the human body in need of analysis per physician's request. Histotechnicians are assigned various stations upon the start of their shift; some of which include: embedding, immunos, and cutting.

Job Summary

Perform functions involved in preparing slides for various body tissues following surgery or autopsy for study by the pathologists assists with problem-solving, procedure development and regulatory readiness. Performs special staining techniques as may be required. Perform duties as assigned. Must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families and visitors ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatric. While these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify add/or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary. Compliance: understands and complies with the Code of conduct and department policies, procedures and regulations.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

HT with ASCP nationally recognized certification and 5 years’ experience

OR

Certified HT and Associate Degree and appropriate certification plus 2 years’ experience in histopathology.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

5 plus yrs of experience

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Displays leadership abilities. Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position. Manual dexterity, good eye-hand coordination, adequate vision, and hearing are needed in daily work. Moderate lifting required (50 lb.). Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information. Must be able to maintain a cooperative atmosphere inter and intra departmentally. Must possess high level of mental acuity with special attention to details.