What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician position at HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services?
About HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services
We are a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, dedicated to delivering timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory, a histology and microbiology operation, and a network of hospital-based rapid-response laboratories.
Job Summary and Qualifications
- Analyze testing samples according to instructions and perform quality control procedures per protocol.
- Embed tissue specimens in correct orientation at a rate of 45 - 60 seconds per block.
- Section paraffin blocks at an average rate of 35 - 40 blocks per hour.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage with many common services covered at no cost or for a low copay.
- A 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
Requirements
- A 2 Year/Associate Degree in Science.
- A State of Florida Technologist License OR the ability to obtain a license during the interview process.
- Less than one year of experience in Histology; 1-3 years of experience in a high volume histology setting is preferred.
