PC Maintenance Technician jobs in Grand Island, NE

We are a busy Gastroenterology office with 31 Providers. We are looking for a team-oriented individual to help us provide great care to our patients! This individual should show great attention to detail and a passion for healthcare.

JOB SUMMARY :
Seeking assistance in our histology lab. This individual would be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory with regard to histology specimen processing. The position would process and prepare patient tissue according to department procedures using a wide range of depth of technical and specialized knowledge. Participates in laboratory operations as needed. Supports continuous improvement of laboratory services to ensure high quality and timely pathology for quality diagnosis. This individual should hold an HT or HTL ASCP certification. EOE

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Communicates with physicians and nursing staff to receive specimens for lab submission.
• Develops understanding for accessioning and pathology computer program software.
• Grosses specimens by counting and measuring pieces according to lab protocol.
• Effectively operates, changes, and troubleshoots errors on the specimen processing machine.
• Embeds paraffin tissue accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accurately and effectively cuts surgical specimens on a microtome.
• Responsible for staining and applying coverslip slides on an automated staining machine.
• Troubleshoots basic errors on the automated staining machine.
• Operates, changes, and rotates all histology lab equipment such as the tissue processor, staining machine, etc.
• Performs and assists with other lab operations such as accessioning, sending out specimens to other facilities, ordering supplies, etc.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced working environment and is comfortable in a lab setting that has a high volume of specimen embedding and cutting.
• Consistently works to create quality slides and specimens for the Pathologist to read.
• Works well and effectively with others in a lab environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pathology

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Histology: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• HT or HTL (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lincoln, NE 68503 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lincoln, NE 68503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person