Histology Tech, PRN, Days
@ Piedmont HealthcareHistology Tech, PRN, Days
About the job
Piedmont Newton Hospital seeks PRN Histology Technicians to prepare tissue samples, ensure accuracy, and follow regulated testing procedures in a clinical setting.
Requirements
- H.S
- Diploma or GED
- Certification as Histotechnologist or Histotechnician
- Recent graduate or 1-year lab experience
- Ability to follow policies and procedures
Qualifications
- ASCP certification
- Georgia license or eligibility
- Accredited histology program
Full job description
Overview:
When you join Piedmont, youre not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch especially yours. Were committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, were doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.
Piedmont is a place where your work truly mattersand where youre supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, youll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.
Responsibilities:
The Histotechnician/Histotechnologist is responsible for cutting, staining and preparing tissue samples for the pathologist to review. They are also responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner and maintaining proper accurate records of all tests done in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.
Qualifications:
Education- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
- No experience required Recent graduate from an accredited histology program Required or
- In lieu of degree One (1) year of technical experience in a surgical pathology laboratory Required
- 3 years experience in a surgical pathology laboratory Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- HT - Histotechnologist - ASCP Certification as a Histotechnologist or Histotechnician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other acceptable agency, according to the qualifications through the State of Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility, Clinical Laboratory regulations. Upon Hire Required or
- A person who recently moved into the state of Georgia or recently completed the academic and training/experience requirements may be temporarily classified as technologist or technician for eighteen (18) months only to afford the person an opportunity to successfully complete an approved qualifying examination within 1-1/2 Yrs Required