Job Description
Responsibilities
The Histotechnologist, under general supervision, is responsible for preparing microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes, performing diagnostic tests, maintaining laboratory equipment and records, providing instruction and is a resource to others. Incumbents must possess a working knowledge and theory of histologic techniques Immunohistochemistry and Special Stain techniques and histology automation; must also have an excellent knowledge of the AP LIS system.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
Experience
Certification and Licensure
Required Skills
The Histotechnologist, under general supervision, is responsible for preparing microscopic slides for diagnostic purposes, performing diagnostic tests, maintaining laboratory equipment and records, providing instruction and is a resource to others. Incumbents must possess a working knowledge and theory of histologic techniques Immunohistochemistry and Special Stain techniques and histology automation; must also have an excellent knowledge of the AP LIS system.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- 2 year/Associate Degree or combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate's Degree
Experience
- Relevant Experience
Certification and Licensure
- Non-traditional routes to established skill level may be accepted after a review of education and experience.
- ASCP-HT (must be obtained within one year of hire)
Required Skills
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
About Tower Health
Providing high-quality healthcare to the communities we serve in eastern Pennsylvania, Tower Health includes seven hospitals that ensure advanced medicine, a wide array of essential services, and a compassionate, collaborative approach to patient-centered care. Across our system, you’ll find many opportunities to build an outstanding career. We invite you to explore our facilities and choose the path that’s right for you.