Histotechnician

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! Location: Salt Lake City, UT Days: Monday - Friday Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Full Time: Benefit Eligible In this role, you will: Orient specimens properly while embedding at departmental rate. Cut and mount paraffin sections at departmental rate. To include, routine, deepers, recuts and special stains. Coverslip slides using the automatic coverslipper or by manual methods. Routinely check and verify, using block/slide tracking system, case numbers match blocks and slides. Assist in filing blocks and engraving slides as needed. Accurately evaluate specimen orders and enter clinical data/information into a variety of computer systems (i.e. order entry and/or results). Identify any missing or invalid data entry information and take the appropriate action to correct. Perform technical and non-technical procedures required to process and submit patient specimens for analysis. Operate automated and semi-automated equipment, such as stainers and processors according to standard operating procedures. Have a working knowledge and understanding of routine H&E staining utilizing the theories and principles Effectively communicate deficiencies to appropriate personnel, including deficiencies related to specimens, slides, paperwork, database information, and equipment. Champion safety, compliance, and quality control All you need is: 1-year of experience as a Histology Technician or training in histologic technique is preferred. Certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent is preferred. Ability to operate general laboratory equipment. Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates or Bachelors of Science degree and completion of Histology Technology program preferred. Certification as a Histology Technician (HT) or Histology Technologist (HTL) by American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred. 2 years of laboratory training or experience in a high volume laboratory with documented special stain and immunohistochemistry experience preferred. We’ll give you: Opportunity to grow in your profession Free lab services for you and your dependents Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Job Category: Laboratory Operations Company: Pathology Watch Inc. Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. About Sonic Healthcare USA Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US- based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve. For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.