Emory Healthcare

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Histotechnologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeDecatur, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
Certification as HT(ASCP) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists and at least two years of experience, or certification as HTL(ASCP) or HTL by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists with no experience, is required.
Certification must be obtained within 18 months of employment.
The role requires the physical capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and carry objects up to 25 pounds, along with occasional to frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, and close visual work such as computer use, typing, reading, and writing.
The role may involve exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes, vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, variable floor surfaces and temperatures, indoor and outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient-care or handling injuries, and radiation. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be required depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine or complex histologic procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment while upholding organizational values.
Provide exemplary customer service throughout the preanalytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes.
Accession tissue specimens as needed and prepare routine specimens for fixation in automatic processors.
Embed and section specimens using a microtome; affix tissue to slides, stain, cover-slip, and label slides.
Maintain a reference system of control blocks and slides for special studies.
Prepare fixative and staining solutions according to established laboratory procedures.
Perform frozen-section microtomy as needed.
Operate precision laboratory instruments and scientific equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance according to established procedures and schedules; troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor repairs, adjustments, or calibrations according to equipment service literature.
Assist in formulating and revising departmental policies and procedures, including histologic policies and procedures.
Assist with monitoring and maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and chemicals.
Perform and participate in reviewing and reporting laboratory quality-control activities.
Take required precautions to comply with CAP, organizational, and other safety standards when working with specimens and laboratory equipment.
Keep productivity records and document specific procedures to support laboratory activities as needed.
Evaluate the reliability of current methodologies and recommend changes to improve current practices.
Work with the manager to formulate a professional-development plan, attend educational in-services as appropriate, and participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Perform other related duties as required.

Overview

Emory Medical Laboratory's mission is to transform health and healing by providing high quality, cost-effective, innovative laboratory services which enhance patient health. We're seeking a certified Histotechnologist II who will support Emory Healthcare’s mission of clinical care, education, and research by demonstrating the core values of excellence, caring, and integrity.

Shift: Part time, 16 hours, 5am - 1:30pm, Saturday - Sunday

ASCP certification required

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Sign-On Bonus incentives (when applicable)
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Description

Performs routine or complex histologic procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment while upholding the values of the organization. This includes providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the preanalytical, analytical and post analytical processes. May accession tissue specimens; prepares routine specimens for fixation in automatic processors. Embeds and sections specimens using a microtome. Affixes tissue to slides, stains, cover slips, and labels slides. Maintains a reference system of control blocks and slides for use in special studies. Prepares fixative and staining solutions according to established laboratory procedures. May perform frozen section microtomy. Operates precision laboratory instruments and scientific equipment. Performs preventive maintenance according to established procedures and schedules. Troubleshoots equipment issues, performs minor repairs, adjustments, or calibrations according to equipment service literature. Assists in the formulation and revision of departmental policies and procedures. Assists with monitoring and maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies and chemicals. Performs and participates in the review and reporting of quality control activities in the laboratory. Takes required precautions to comply with CAP, organizational and other safety standards when working with specimens and laboratory equipment. May keep productivity records and document specific procedures to support laboratory activities. Assists in developing, implementing and revising histologic policies and procedures. Evaluates reliability of current methodologies; recommends changes to improve current practices. Professional Development: Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma.
Certification as HT(ASCP) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, with a minimum of two (2) years' experience, or certification as HTL(ASCP) or HTL-by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists with no experience.
Certification must be obtained within 18 months of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

About the Company

Emory Healthcare

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Emory Healthcare provides hospital-based medical care and supports a broad range of health services, from routine treatment to complex medical interventions. The organization combines clinical practice with medical research to advance treatments and patient outcomes. Its approach emphasizes expertise, collaboration, and compassionate care to improve lives inside hospitals and in the wider community. Emory Healthcare differentiates itself through high-quality patient care, active research programs, and a culture that prioritizes excellence and humanity. The overarching goal is to deliver excellent patient outcomes while expanding knowledge through research and education, ultimately improving health outcomes for patients locally and beyond.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Conyers, GA
Founded: 2015

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