Millennium Physician Group is seeking to hire a PRN Lab Histology Technician to join the Lab team in the Fort Myers area. We are looking for a new team member who is positive, energetic, well-organized, has the ability to multi-task, and think outside of the box. We want someone who supports our top initiative of ensuring an excellent patient experience!

The Histotechnologist / Histotechnician (Histo Tech) is responsible for cutting, staining and preparing tissue samples for the pathologist to review. They are also responsible for prioritizing testing procedures and completing those procedures in an accurate and timely manner and maintaining proper accurate records of all tests done in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations. All other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Use automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes and other lab equipment.
• Receive specimen/tissues from procedures, operating room, diagnostic procedures and/or from autopsy.
• Prepare tissue sections for immediate examination using rapid tissue processing and frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount and stain tissue.
• Assist in gross specimen examination.
• Trim tissue specimens into blocks and fix tissue into fixing solution or formalin.
• Prepare slides of specimens using specified stain to enhance visibility under microscope.
• Examine slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
• Examine/study slides under microscope to detect deviations from norm and report abnormalities which may require further study.
• Fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax tissue specimens to be preserved for study by Pathologist.
• Prepare media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including computerized documentation, in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.
• Establish and monitor quality control programs.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, material and equipment.
• Maintain and clean equipment and instruments as per established procedures and manufacturer's instructions.
• Responsible for performing tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, knowledge and permitted by the policies and procedures of Supplemental Health Care, and other local, state, and federal guidelines; and the policies of the facility requesting the services.

This position earns competitive compensation plus opportunities for growth, as well as a great team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver service and take ownership of outcomes in providing quality service and support.

Required Knowledge and Experience

A BS in biology or related science, a one year histology program certificate and ASCP certification as an HT or HTL, or an AS in Histotechnology and ASCP certification as an HT.

Please review the full job description for more details about this exciting opportunity.

ABOUT MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

Formed in 2008, Millennium Physician Group has grown into one of the largest comprehensive primary care practices with more than 400 health care providers located throughout Florida. With corporate headquarters in Fort Myers, Florida, Millennium Physician Group consists of primary care offices, Imaging Centers, Lab Services and Wellness Programs. You can also find various programs, such as weight management and smoking cessation, led by Millennium Physician Group doctors.

If you are interested in joining an organization that puts an emphasis on team work and family, then Millennium Physician Group is the right choice.

Millennium Physician Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Additionally, Millennium is proud to join the nearly 3,000 health system and physician groups who have gone completely Tobacco Free.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR LABORATORY TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this Histology Lab Assistant position, please click the link to apply today. We look forward to meeting you!