Histotechnologist I, II, or III - Sign On Bonus!

Company: NeoGenomics Laboratories
Location: Aliso Viejo
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

DescriptionAre you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to become part of a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you use your laboratory skills while continuing to learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.NeoGenomics is looking for a Histotechnologist I for one of several shifts available. We believe in career development and empowering our employees. Not only do we provide career coaches internally, but we offer many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base! We have highly competitive benefits with a variety HMO and PPO options. We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program. We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays. We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups. Come join the Neo team and be part of our amazing World Class Culture!Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.Position Summary:As a Histotechnologist you will work under general direction to precisely and accurately performing a variety of routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures. In this role, you will receive specimens, prepare them for testing and analysis, and perform filing to finish the case. You will research, troubleshoot, and resolve histology related inquiries and problems within the laboratory. This position requires you to produce the highest quality of embedding, microtomy, tissue grossing, tissue processing, and H staining, special staining and equipment maintenance.Receive specimens of tissue and ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samplesProcess paperwork associated with accessioning and reportingPrepare tissue specimens with chemicals, slicing, and mounting on glass slides for microscopic examination and analysisEmbed processed tissue in paraffinPerform coverslipping of stained slides either manually or automatedHelps maintain acceptable productivity, TAT and workflowReports problems concerning individual cases, tests, equipment, and supplies to the department supervisor or lead technologist to ensure timely resolutionResponds promptly to pathologists, technologists, and administrative requestsResponsible for maintaining the laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning, performing or scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance/calibration/certificationDemonstrate initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedbackAide in preparing the laboratory for inspections from regulatory institutionsQualification Requirements:Nationally: HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) requiredKnowledge of laboratory techniquesAbility to communicate effectivelyGood social skills and attention to detailMotivated to maintain production and quality standardsWilling to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety ManualGood visual acuity including color perception required for certain departmentsAbility to lift up to 50 pounds All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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