Histologist

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Histologist Location Weston Facility CC Florida Hospital Weston Department Pathology-Weston Hospital Job Code 000308 Shift Day/Evening Rotation Schedule 3:00am-11:30am Job Summary This position serves to meet the organizational needs for quality histology processing and testing. Job Details Cleveland Clinic is offering a $10,000 sign on bonus (external new hires). Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. A Histologist is proficient in and responsible for accessioning and processing all tissue, surgical specimens, foreign bodies, orthopedic devices, and other specimens removed during surgery. This close-knit team is known for their teamwork and collaboration. This team is driven and strives to provide quality patient results daily. A caregiver in this position works Day/Evening Rotation, 3:00am—11:30am. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Process all cytology, biopsy, and aspirate specimens received from other patient care areas. Perform immunocytochemical stains and assists the pathologist in processing tissue for immediate frozen sections. Arrange for submission of various tissue and gynecological specimens, which include thin preps and prepared smears, to reference laboratories. Report pertinent information to the pathologist, patient care area, or supervisor. (ie: instrument malfunctions, delay in testing, reagent, or supply depletion.) Maintain cleanliness of work areas and keep work areas organized and stocked. Follow safety procedures and utilize all safety devices and personal protective equipment per protocol. Follow procedures and refer to procedure manuals for proper instructions when needed. Be proficient in operating instrumentation and equipment and follows trouble-shooting procedures to correct deficiencies or problems as they occur. Ensure instrument operations and results are reliable and perform maintenance checks, startups, and/or shutdowns as assigned or as required. Answer telephone, greet customers, and provide consult and technical support to the pathologists, physicians, and nursing staff. Follow quality control policy and ensure controls are within acceptable limits before patient results are reported. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: B.S. Degree in Chemical, Physical or Biological Sciences. Associate's degree or Certification from a NACCLS approved Histo-technology Program. Currently licensed in the State of Florida at the histology technologist level OR licensed as a technologist in Cytology. Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor's degree with HTUASCP certification Histologist. ASCP licensing. Two years of hospital experience Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. 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What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. 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