Histology Tech HT

Per Diem - Various hours

Range is $26.39-$39.59, depending on years of relevant and like experience. +$2/hr for weekend shifts. **Range includes per diem differential

Boulder Community Health was recently honored as Best Local Employer by the Daily Camera in the 2018 Boulder County Gold, their Peoples Choice Awards for businesses in Boulder County. Come join us and be a part of an independent, community-focused health system and feel good knowing that your work will make a difference in peoples lives and be a positive contribution to the community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The histology technologist will perform various tasks required to prepare histologic slides from human tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by the Pathologist. This may include receiving specimens, accessioning, logging, processing, imbedding, cutting, mounting, and performing routine, special, and IHC (immunohistochemically) stains. The Histology Technologist may assist and perform gross examinations as trained by the Pathologist. The technologist will properly maintain block and slide files as well as coordinate send-out materials.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education or Formal Training

• A Bachelors OR an Associates Degree OR at least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (verified through ASCP for license); AND,

• Must be certified by ASCP (copy of license required); OR,

• One -year full time acceptable experience in histopathology under the supervision of a pathologist or an appropriately certified medical scientist, half of the hours will be completed in the BCH histology laboratory. The candidate for this position will be required to sit for the appropriate certification within 9 months of eligibility. The HT/HTL job classification is contingent upon successful completion of ASCP certification within 3 years of eligibility.

  Experience

  2,080 hours of experience in a Histopathology laboratory preferred

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates instrumentation for tissue dehydration, clearing, and infiltration with paraffin.

• Embeds tissue specimens with proper orientation to ensure that areas of best diagnostic features are cut.

• Uses microtome to properly cut representative sections of tissue specimens.

• Maintains files for specimen blocks and slides.

• Performs routine H & E staining.

• Performs IHC and special stains requested by pathologists without direct supervision Prepares reagents, solutions, and stains in accordance with written staining procedures.

  WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

• Good visual acuity, normal color perception. Fine motor coordination.

• Clear speech, normal hearing

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and push up to 75 pounds

• Must be able to tolerate unpleasant odors or fumes

• Must be able to tolerate many different body tissues

• Will be exposed to chemical hazards, sharp instruments, communicable diseases, and blood-borne pathogens

  Uncompromising medical excellence, delivered with the values of respect and compassion. Since 1922, Boulder Community Health has built our reputation on this promise. As a community-owned and operated not-for-profit hospital and clinics, we remain dedicated to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our citizens and providing access to high quality medical care. Our state-of-the art facilities are home to many medical professionals who offer an extensive range of medical services.

  Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, adventure awaits you right outside your door. Big, beautiful vistas, serene snow-capped mountains, and a lifestyle conducive to enjoying the outdoors bring a truly fresh perspective to our practice of healthcare.

  Surround yourself by natural beauty and an active, life-embracing community, while you enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and equipment along with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health/dental/life, paid annual leave, tuition reimbursement and much more.

  EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace