Moffitt Cancer Center
Histotechnologist Lead - M-F Nights, 12am-8:30am
Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.
Position Highlights Works under the general supervision of the Anatomic Pathology Manager. Assists the Anatomic Pathology Manager in the management, supervision, and organization of the Histology Laboratory. Exercises wide scope of planning and organizing own work, as well as assigned/delegated tasks.
Processes and prepares all tissue samples for interpretation by the pathologist according to established procedures. Performs all routine and special staining, immunohistochemical assays and frozen sections in accordance with accepted practices and procedures, including other related duties assigned in the Histology Laboratory. Demonstrates independent judgment, and able to troubleshoot histological processes to achieve an optimized sample for diagnostic purposes needed by the pathologist.
Responsibilities Receiving/Handling of Specimen. Processing specimen. Preparation of Microscopic slides. Performs routine staining procedures. Troubleshooting Routine, Special Stains, and Immunohistochemistry. Maintaining Safety Protocols.
Credentials and Experience Associate’s Degree in Histology or Related Sciencerequired.
3 years of experience as a Histotechnologist.
Florida state license as a Histotechnologist required.
Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Histology or Related Sciences.
2 years experience at Moffitt Cancer Center as a Histotechnologist, and a combined total of 5 or more years experience working in an approved Histology laboratory.
ASCP preferred.
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Position Highlights Works under the general supervision of the Anatomic Pathology Manager. Assists the Anatomic Pathology Manager in the management, supervision, and organization of the Histology Laboratory. Exercises wide scope of planning and organizing own work, as well as assigned/delegated tasks.
Processes and prepares all tissue samples for interpretation by the pathologist according to established procedures. Performs all routine and special staining, immunohistochemical assays and frozen sections in accordance with accepted practices and procedures, including other related duties assigned in the Histology Laboratory. Demonstrates independent judgment, and able to troubleshoot histological processes to achieve an optimized sample for diagnostic purposes needed by the pathologist.
Responsibilities Receiving/Handling of Specimen. Processing specimen. Preparation of Microscopic slides. Performs routine staining procedures. Troubleshooting Routine, Special Stains, and Immunohistochemistry. Maintaining Safety Protocols.
Credentials and Experience Associate’s Degree in Histology or Related Sciencerequired.
3 years of experience as a Histotechnologist.
Florida state license as a Histotechnologist required.
Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Histology or Related Sciences.
2 years experience at Moffitt Cancer Center as a Histotechnologist, and a combined total of 5 or more years experience working in an approved Histology laboratory.
ASCP preferred.
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