How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Day (United States of America)Job Summary:Under general supervision of the Histology/Cytology Manager or General Lab Management, Wellstar Health System Laboratory and direct supervision of the Histotechnology Supervisor or Lab Manager, the Histologic Technologist is responsible for the complete preparation of all routine surgicals, autopsy tissues including frozen section, sendout procedures, processing, cutting, staining and coverslipping. Also performs cytology preparation, histochemistry, immunohistochemistry (Antibody optimizing and validation) and have general knowledge of techniques, principles, instrumentation and troubleshooting abilities. Confirms and distribute completed surgical cases and reports, some clerical duties involving filing, retrieving tumor and consult requests, and have full knowledge of regulatory policies. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:SURGICAL AND AUTOSPY TISSUE EMBEDDING AND CUTTING: * Embed all processed surgical tissue with quality and accuracy. * Verifies the identification of specimen blocks corresponds with the surgical grossing report. * Cut and stain routine H&E slides, label each slide with correct patient identifier and attach patient report * Check each report verifying the slides match the dictation and deliver to the pathologist. SPECIAL PROCEDURES: * Performs all recuts and histochemistry accurately and efficiently. * Performs all immunohistochemistry stains with full knowledge of the automated instrument and have sound troubleshooting ability. Perform titration, optimization and validations on new antibodies and new lot numbers. * Verify all immunohistochemistry and histochemistry stains worked as expected. * Separate, verify and distribute completed test orders to the requesting pathologist. * Possess sound judgement in daily departmental functions and ability to work independently. PATHOLOGY COMPUTER, PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUMENTATION: * Knowledge of all instrumentation and how to troubleshoot. * Pull request logs for immunohistochemistry, histochemistry, recuts, and sendouts in the Pathology computer system. * Enter sendout test charges as well as Intraoperative consultation charges. * Have complete understanding and knowledge of Copath histology billing which includes but not limited to Frozen Section, OR Consult, Immunohistochemistry, Histochemistry, etc. QUALITY MANAGEMENT: * Document and resolve any quality control and assurance issues and inform supervisor. * Performs maintenance check on department equipment and document accordingly. * Print patient reports and prepared Reference lab requisitions to send out for consultation accurately. * Have a basic knowledge of cost management involving reagents, and efficiency, without compromising patient quality. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education:- High School Diploma / GED General or Accredited Program Health Science
- HT(ASCP) - Histotechnician or HT(ASCP)-P - Histotechnician - Provisional (1-1/2 Yrs) within 2 years
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Skills Required
- High school diploma, GED, or completion of an accredited health science program
- HT(ASCP) Histotechnician certification or HT(ASCP)-P Histotechnician Provisional certification within two years
- At least one year of experience as a Histologic Technologist
- Histology training
- Histochemistry skills
- Immunohistochemistry skills
- Histology safety and regulatory knowledge
- Anatomical pathology computer training
- Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
- Absolute integrity in tasks performed
Wellstar Health System Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options plus dental and vision offerings. Mental health support is also described as accessible, including no-cost therapy and psychiatry through a dedicated benefit.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support appears broad, including on-site fitness centers, wellness coaching, and wellness incentives tied to HSA contributions and preventive programs. Convenience-style perks are also highlighted, such as concierge services and resources for child, elder, and pet care.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 403(b) plan with an employer match and potential additional employer-funded contributions based on hours worked. Vesting rules are described clearly enough to set expectations for longer-tenured employees.
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What We Do
At Wellstar Health System, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care, inclusive culture, and exceptional doctors and caregivers, Wellstar is one of the largest and one of the most integrated healthcare systems in Georgia. Our specialists and primary care providers work in a multi-disciplinary environment with nearly 25,000 diverse team members throughout our 11 hospitals, 300 medical offices, outpatient centers, health parks, a pediatric center, nursing centers, hospice, and home care. We’re proud to be home to one of the busiest Emergency Departments in the state, as well as being the only system in Georgia operating multiple trauma centers. At a time when our industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’, and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. We stand behind our values to serve with compassion, pursue excellence, and honor every voice.
