About the role
The Histology Technician is responsible for the prompt and accurate identification, preparation, staining and other procedures required for the performance of quality histology and cytology procedures.
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Jump-start your career as a(an) Histotechnologist today with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress. Job Summary and Qualification The Histology Technician is responsible for the prompt and accurate identification, preparation, staining and other procedures required for the performance of quality histology and cytology procedures.
in this role: The Histology Technician is authorized to perform the following: Identify, log and maintain the integrity of specimens, maintaining files of slides and blocks. Process, cut and stain tissue blocks. Prepare and cut frozen sections.
Prepare cytological specimens. Prepare reagents, stains and solutions. Perform special procedures: Thin needle, lymph node clearing, decalcification.
Operate and maintain histology instrumentation. Perform required quality control and maintenance. May work without direct supervision.
Will comply with universal precautions and adhere to safety standards and practices. May be assigned to other tasks and/or required to vary schedule to meet the needs of the laboratory & the patients. Demonstrates commitment to the Gulf Coast Division Standards of Behavior.
What qualifications you will need: (HT-ASCP) Histotechnician, or (HTL-ASCP) Histotechnologist No
No experience Required Years of Experience Benefits HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress , a campus of HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, is a 165+ bed, general acute care hospital , founded in 2006 by local physicians who wanted to create a sophisticated, patient-friendly healthcare environment for their community. We strive to provide world-class healthcare to patients throughout Cypress, TX and Northwest Houston . HCA Houston North Cypress provides comprehensive services utilizing the latest in medical technology and equipment.
We employ well-respected area physicians and aim to provide an upscale five-star hotel-like ambiance with the comfort of those we care for in mind. Our services include a 20+ bed unit ICU, robotic-assisted surgery, orthopedic care, joint replacement surgery, cancer care, advanced wound care services using hyperbaric medicine, advanced breast cancer screening and imaging, and much more. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare.
Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patients family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr.
Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Histotechnologist opening. We promptly review all applications.
Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.