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Posted: 01-Jun-26
Location: Hendersonville, North Carolina
Categories:
Internal Number: 151943039
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full timeShift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
100 HOSPITAL DRCity:
HENDERSONVILLEState:
North CarolinaPostal Code:
28792Job Description:
Shift: M-F, 7a-3:30p
• May assist with maintaining and upgrading department equipment or computer systems and writing or reviewing procedures.
• Supports cross-departmental communication and partnerships with pathologists, pathologist assistants, hospital staff, and clients.
• Maintains workspaces in a neat, organized, and properly supplied manner.
• Performs and oversees analytical activities and troubleshooting related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, histologic staining, frozen sectioning, coverslipping, and handling of tissue and surgical specimens.
• Provides leadership and mentoring to biotechnicians, histotechnologists, and laboratory support staff, and assists in training new employees and histology students/interns.
• Facilitates workflow to maintain optimal operations and resolve customer service issues within guidelines.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities, including evaluating new equipment and procedures.
• Promotes team building, employee engagement, patient satisfaction, and a culture of safety for employees and patients.
• Monitors tissue specimens for microscopic examinations and perform diagnostic/analytic specimen testing.
• Completes quality control testing, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting practices.
• Ensures analytic accuracy, precision, and sensitivity in test methods.
• Conducts pre- and post-analytical activities related to anatomic pathology tests, including specimen collection and processing, quality control, equipment maintenance, inventory control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing.
• May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to adequately inspect equipment settings to ensure adherence with safety standards [Required]
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports/correspondence related to the managed care services [Required]
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]
• Ability to effectively communicate appropriately and effectively in written and verbal English with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
• Technical skills and aptitudes related to anatomic pathology, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned. [Required]
• Able to read text and numbers in English, and comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem solve, under supervision. [Required]
• Able to apply accurately learned computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices. [Required]
• Mature, independent professional judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within Hospital guidelines and applicable regulations. [Required]
• Able to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and handle multiple priorities and projects. [Required]
Education:
• Associate [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]
Field of Study:
• Florida - Associates' in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR education equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR qualified and served as testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024. Required
• Multi-State Division - Bachelor's in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR education equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR qualified and served as testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024. Required
Work Experience:
• 2+ years of experience as a histotechnologist or in a histology laboratory setting [Required]
• 5+ years of experience in histology [Preferred]
Additional Information:
• Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
•While a degree or educational credential is listed as 'preferred' in this job posting, it may be required to meet state licensing or certification requirements relevant to the position. Candidates are responsible for ensuring they meet all state-mandated educational qualifications necessary for licensure or certification.
• Due to regulatory body nomenclature changes in 2022 and 2023, MT(ASCP) and MT(AMT) are denoted now as MLS (ASCP) and MLS (AMT).
Licenses and Certifications:
• N/A
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
$25.02 - $46.54This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
