What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histotechnician: 40 Hours Per Week (AM) position at Alverno Laboratories?
Central Laboratory- Histology
Location: 2434 Interstate Plaza Dr. Hammond, IN 46324
Shift: Start Time 10:30 AM, Mon-Fri; Weekend and/or Holiday Rotation
FTE: 1.0
WHY ALVERNO
We are a highly reliable scientific organization building a culture of service. Our commitment advances the health, wellness and continuity of care in the communities we serve. We are one of the largest integrated laboratory networks serving hospitals in the Midwest region. Our network includes 32 hospitals and multiple physician offices.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
This individual is responsible for the preparation of gross specimens, embedding tissues, processing tissue specimens, cutting tissues, performing all stains to include immunoperoxidase to provide data in the functioning of tissue and organs, causes and/or progress of disease. Other duties include assisting the Pathologist with grossing of specimens, preparation of microscopic slides, assisting in developing new techniques and teaching.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Associate degree in a lab science and graduate of an accreditied Histology Technican program required.
Meets the alternative education and experience guidelines set forth by the ASCP to become registry eligible for the HT category.