Histotechnician - 6am - 2:30pm

• Performs routine and non-routine activities involved in the preparation of slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologist(s), according to policies and procedures.

• Ensures proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples and processes paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting.

• Ensures proper tissue processing.

• Embed processed tissue in paraffin; performs microtomy of embedded tissue.

• Prepares slides for routine Hematoxylin and Eosin staining and performs cover slipping of stained slides either manually or automated. May obtain and prepare control material used in IHC procedures for validation.

• Performs filing of finished blocks and slides.

• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and troubleshoot minor equipment failures. Documents remedial actions such as repairs or repeated tests.

• Adheres to laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities. Ensures all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. Ensures compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations.

40 hours, Day Shifts, 6a-2:30p

Minimum Requirements :

• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program OR At least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), or an associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry(must include credit hours in both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory* within the last ten years.

• One (1) year of experience as a Histotechnician preferred. Must have experience in the following areas: Fixation, Microtomy, and Processing.

• HT ASCP required or be eligible to take and successfully pass the exam within one (1) year of employment.

• Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated health care team

• Opportunity to work closely with management in implementing changes and strategic goals

• Continuing education opportunities

• Generous shift differentials

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 Women's Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.