What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician position at Forefront Dermatology?
Come join our growing team! Forefront Dermatology is expanding into new states and continually adding new providers and services. Due to our expansive growth, we have an immediate need for a Histology Technician at our Rogers, MN clinic! Here is your opportunity to be a part of Forefront Dermatology!
This is a casual position working the First, Third and occasionally Fifth Monday's in the Month
Summary:
This position is responsible for obtaining and preparing tissue specimens from various body tissues to perform microscopic examination.
Here are just a few things we offer:
Access to health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account $500 matching contribution
Eligible for PTO and Holiday pay
Company paid life insurance and long term disability (full-time only)
Access to voluntary short term disability insurance (full-time only)
Access to additional life insurance
Eligible for Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity and Cancer Guardian
401K with employer contribution
Profit sharing
Employee discounts
And much more!
Responsibilities
Duties include:
Perform complex histological procedures and techniques such as grossing, cutting, staining, drying and freezing to preserve and test the samples.
Prepare tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to obtain a patient diagnosis.
Record and analyze data.
Prepare media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
Preserve and store samples.
Maintain, clean, and repair equipment and instruments.
Establish and monitor quality control programs
Qualifications
Education, Skills & Abilities:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Associate’s Degree in science related field is preferred.
HT/L ASCP certification or completion of Histology Technician training course and eligible to sit for the exam is required.
Certification required within 1 year of hire.
2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area is preferred.
Ability to differentiate between all colors is required
For this position, the base pay range is $30 - 35 per hour. Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, certification, or training.
Forefront will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. In addition, Forefront does not use external messaging applications such as WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive communication or requests of this nature, delete them.
Salary : $30 - $35