Histology Technologist

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Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Histology Technologist? At CRL – Mountain Division, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

CRL – Mountain Division offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

• Perform histology and cytology procedures including specimen processing/fixation, cell block preparation, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, routine stains, IHC and special stains, and case organization in accordance with department procedures.
• Assure positive sample, block and slide identification
• Prepare and maintain reagents for routine stains and histology procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and instrumentation per manufacturer & department procedures and per department schedule.
• Adhere to department policy with regards to performance and documentation of quality control and quality assurance for instrumentation, equipment and procedures performed.
• Utilize independent judgement and problem‑solving skills to ensure the accuracy of procedures performed and proper equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot and takes appropriate corrective action to resolve and/or elevate issues in a timely manner for resolution.

• High School Diploma AND minimum two years of histology experience
• Or High School Diploma AND completion of an accredited program in Histotechnology
• Or Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology AND one year of histology experience
• Or Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry
• National Certification as a MT (ASCP) or HT (ASCP) required
• Thorough knowledge of histology methods and correlation to disease processes
• Ability to follow protocols for the proper fixation and routine staining of samples
• Ability to consistently prepare and produce specimen sections with appropriate slide orientation, thickness, and stain quality for microscopic diagnosis by a pathologist
• Demonstrates good technique in the cutting, embedding, orientation and staining of specimens
• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organizational skills. Sets a positive example.
• Ability to train others

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