Histotechnologist

Histotechnologist

Pathology Department

Excellent Weekend and Shift Differentials

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Northwestern Medical Center, where you can be the difference!

Looking to advance your career at a vibrant, community hospital in a locale that will have you wondering why you ever chose to live anywhere else? Come join the Northwestern Medical Center family, where our focus on high reliability ensures constant emphasis on safety, quality, and improvement as we pursue our mission of exceptional care. Be part of a team where you can make a difference, all while enjoying the quality of life Vermont provides.

Northwestern Medical Center's mission is to provide exceptional healthcare for our community and we are currently recruiting for a Full-time Histotechnologist opportunity.

EXPECTED HOURS/SHIFT: Full-Time (80 hours bi-weekly), primarily days, every other weekend

Education:
1) HT(L) ASCP Certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire.

2) Bachelor's Degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution
OR
2) Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination. In addition, the individual must have laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLA, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above)
Experience: 1-2 years Histology experience preferred.
Training: Orientation to hospital, skills and laboratory.
Other: The Histology Technologist must possess strong mental and visual concentration. Good hand/eye coordination. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Northwestern Medical Center’s Benefit Package:

With “people” as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern Medical Center. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a comprehensive & generous benefits package designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect their assets & plan for a secure financial future. Northwestern offers a comprehensive benefit package with recognized national carriers as well tuition assistance programs.

Apply online at: https://www.northwesternmedicalcenter.org/careers