Histotechnician I - Histology Lab

Responsible for high quality histotechnological services under the direction of physician in a clinical practice..University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and FinancialsHourlyWork ShiftResponsible for processing all specimens received in the Histology laboratory under minimal supervision. Histotechnologists contribute to the overall efficiency of the laboratory or pathology practice in a cost effective manner by performing a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of preparing and Histological processing of all surgical pathology specimens in preparation for pathologist review and diagnosis.Required Minimum Training and Education: Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professionalRequired Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:HTL(ASCP) certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or equivalent.Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Exposure to hazardous chemicals, cutting equipment and body fluids/tissues.The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.