Geisinger Health System - Lewisburg, PA
posted 2 months ago
Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level
Lewisburg, PA
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Histotechnologist at Geisinger Medical Center is responsible for processing and preparing tissue specimens for examination by Pathologists. This full-time position involves working in a clinical environment, ensuring the quality of microscopic slides, and participating in quality improvement programs. The role requires certification and offers a sign-on bonus for qualified applicants.
Responsibilities
- Processes tissues on processing equipment or by manual methods to ensure proper fixation for examination.
- Identifies and determines proper orientation of tissue specimens and embeds specimens in paraffin for proper alignment for sectioning.
- Performs microtomy at proper micron to render quality sections for diagnoses.
- Produces consistently good quality microscopic slides for review and interpretation by the Pathologist.
- Performs routine and special staining procedures as required for diagnostic examination.
- Maintains equipment and participates in preventive maintenance programs, alerting the Analytical Specialist of any equipment problems.
- Assists in proper handling and storage of supplies and notifies the Analytical Specialist when inventory is low.
- Participates in the department's Quality Improvement program through active participation in patient specimen identification and quality tracking measures.
- Assists in the evaluation and validation of new instruments and technologies as needed.
- Participates in training and orientation of new employees.
Requirements
- Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required)
- Certified Histotechnician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) (Required)
- Associate's Degree (Preferred)
Benefits
- $12,500 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants
- Healthcare benefits from day one, including vision and dental coverage
- Collaborative work environment
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
