Histology Assistant I, High Point Medical Center, Days

Histology Assistant I, High Point Medical Center, Days. Full-Time, 40 hours/week; Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; High Point Medical Center.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and storage of adequate inventory; maintains adequate supplies and reagents; orders supplies as required; maintains departmental equipment and computer hardware; performs and documents routine preventative maintenance; ensures accurate identification and validity of all specimens received; follows established laboratory safety procedures; prepares tissue section and cytology cellblock cassette for histological processing; assists pathologist or pathology assistant with gross examination of surgical specimens; provides required patient service and job assignment turn-around times; demonstrates competency in use of Hospital Information System (HIS) and Laboratory Information System (LIS) computer functions

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required; No Experience required; No license/certification required; Knowledge of human anatomy; Demonstrated knowledge of biologic sciences and medical terminology; Must know how to safely handle sharp instruments; Must be detail oriented and have good organizational and communication skills; Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include alternate site assignment and on-call for autopsies; Keyboarding and typing skills; Proficient computer skills; Must be able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the duties of the job; Frequently lifts up to 20 lbs; Occasionally required to move up to 200 lbs; Sits, stands and walks the majority of the workday as well as lifts, squats, bends and twists throughout; May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and infectious agents, therefore must wear protective clothing and equipment as needed; Will be exposed to human blood, body fluids, tissues and cadavers, therefore must wear protective clothing and equipment as needed; Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed; Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner

Benefits

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program