Histology Lab Technician/Hisototechnologist - Northside Hospital Inc.

Overview:

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities:

The Histology Technologist II will be responsible for preparing specimens for cutting and mounting using auto-tissue processors, paraffin-embedding equipment, and microtomes. Prepares microscopic slides for immediate examination by Pathologists to obtain a diagnosis.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:
1. All applicants should meet the following education/experience requirements: a. Successful completion of a formal histology technologist training program, or an Associate's degree in chemical, physical, or biological sciences. b. Certified as an HT/HTL (ASCP) or eligible to take the HT/HTL (ASCP) exam. Certification eligible applicants must pass examination within eighteen (18) months after school graduation or after moving to the state of Georgia. c. Two (2) years' experience in a pathology laboratory. 2. Attention to detail, good physical dexterity, and good written and oral communication skills. 3. All applicants must submit to and pass a Color-Acuity screening Test.
PREFERRED:
1. Computer keyboard and information system experience. 2. Immuno chemistry experience and/or training. 3. Bachelor's degree in science, plus successful completion of a formal histology tech program

Work Hours::Mon - Fri: 9p - 530a with rotating Saturday (half day with other techs)Weekend Requirements::YesOn-Call Requirements::No