Sr Histotechnologist Full-time Days
Hartford, CT - USA
Job Summary
Join our dedicated laboratory team as a Senior Histotechnologist where your expertise plays a critical role in patient care.
Working in a fast-paced laboratory environment youll apply your technical expertise attention to detail and knowledge of departmental procedures to support accurate diagnoses and outstanding patient care.
In this highly skilled position you will be responsible for the preparation of surgical and autopsy specimens for microscopic examination by the Pathologist ensuring the highest standards of quality accuracy and efficiency. As a trusted laboratory professional you will maintain a thorough working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures while contributing to the delivery of timely and accurate diagnostic information that supports exceptional patient outcomes.
What You Will Do:
Prepare process embed section stain and coverslip tissue specimens for microscopic examination.
Accession label and maintain accurate documentation for all tissue samples and testing activities.
Perform routine histology special stains and immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedures.
Troubleshoot staining quality instrumentation and workflow issues; document corrective actions.
Support validation and implementation of new histology and IHC technologies.
Train and mentor staff and students while assisting with competency assessments.
Maintain tissue banks reagents and laboratory supplies needed for testing.
Adhere to quality assurance quality control safety and regulatory standards including CLIA and CAP requirements.
Assist with the development review and revision of departmental policies and procedures.
Serve as a technical resource and contribute to a clean organized and efficient laboratory environment.
Minimum Requirements:
BS degree from accredited college/university with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both) AND successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnology program.
Must have at least 5 years of experience as a Histotechnologist
HTL ASCP required; Qualification in IHC (QIHC) by ASCP
Must have experience in the following areas: Fixation Microtomy Processing Staining IHCstaining IHC optimization and validation.
Top Reasons to Work at Trinity Health of New England:
Robust benefits program to support you and your family on Day#1Access medical dental and vision benefits that help you stay healthy and thrive
Be part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate high-quality care to the communities we serve.
Your work directly contributes to patient care and positive outcomes across our health system.
Join a team where your expertise is valued your growth is supported and your work truly makes a difference.
Ministry/Facility:
Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital a Level 1 Trauma Center is a 617 bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Womens Health Center the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more