Description

Department:

60940 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Lab: Molecular

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

7:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday

Pay Range
$25.30 - $37.95

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated ASCP-certified immunohistochemistry technologist to join our team. The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and will be able to work independently and as part of a team. The candidate should have strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills and be familiar with Epic lab information systems. ASCP certification is required within one year of hire. QIHC certification and previous experience with Leica and Ventana staining platforms are a plus. Anticipated hours of work are Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a busy, major academic medical center, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.

Position Highlights :

• Full-Time, 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday
• Anatomic Pathology
• Winston Campus

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in applied science or high school diploma/GED with two years training as defined by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists and the National Society of Histotechnology.
• Three years' experience in a clinical histology lab preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• HT (ASCP) certification preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Assures accurate and timely accessioning, labeling and billing of specimens, according to departmental practices.
• Assures accurate and timely processing and staining of specimens, according to departmental practices.
• Provides maximum care in identification procedures when processing patient specimens.
• Performs special stains and/or enzyme histochemical stains.
• Performs additional Anatomic Pathology Department laboratory procedures.
• Improves work skills through self-study and continuing education.
• Contributes to the smooth and efficient operation of the section and department.
• Protects self, coworkers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne diseases.
• Exhibits and promotes the professional image of laboratories in accordance with hospital, department, and professional society philosophies, goals and standards of laboratory testing.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Manual dexterity, eyes and hand coordination.
• Technical ability and interest.
• Knowledgeable and proficient in all areas of the histology lab to include special stains and enzyme histochemistry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate noise environment.
• Exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens or patients.
• Exposure to risk of bloodborne/airborne disease.
• Subject to cuts from microtome knives.
• Exposure to hazards for electrical/mechanical/power equipment.
• Possible exposure to odorous chemicals and specimens.
• Possible exposure to toxic/flammable/explosive chemicals and gases.
• Subject to injury from moving parts of equipment and sharps.
• Subject to many interruptions and stressful situations.
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection).
• Position requires working first, and/or second shift and limited weekend hours.
• Flexibility in scheduling required.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Prepares slides of tissue specimens to include special stains and enzyme histochemistry for microscopic evaluation by the Pathologist in compliance with section policies and procedures. Acts as a team leader when delegated the responsibility.