Cytotechnologist
St. Luke's Health System
Boise, ID
Flexible

St. Luke’s Health System in Boise is seeking a Histologic Tech 2 to join our team.

Unit/Position Summary

The Histologic Technician 2 is responsible for performing routine tests in clinical laboratories for use in treatment and diagnosis of diseases. Handles moderately complex issues and problems and possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A general degree of creativity and latitude is required. May act as a mentor/trainer to junior members of team.

Responsibilities

The Histologic Technician 2 is responsible for performing routine tests in clinical laboratories for use in treatment and diagnosis of diseases. Handles moderately complex issues and problems and possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A general degree of creativity and latitude is required. May act as a mentor/trainer to junior members of team.

• Prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis.
• Grosses, processes, embeds, cuts and stains surgical, biopsy and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review.
• Performs complex histological procedures and analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Ensures specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled and stored.
• Performs instrument maintenance according to section procedures.
• Maintains inventory of supplies.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
• Follows laboratory policies and procedures in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements.
• Follows department policy maintaining all necessary records and documentation.
• Ensures input is accurate and complete.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

   

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or 2 years additional experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience: 2 years experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Histologic Tech, (ASCP_HT)

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Virgin Pulse Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.