Histology Technician
The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus
El Paso, TX
5x8 hrs
$25-36/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care410 bedsOracle Cerner
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Summary
The Histology Technician is responsible for the prompt and accurate processing of all tissue specimens. This includes assisting the pathologist with gross examination of histology specimens, cutting and staining frozen sections, and cross-trained in processing cytology specimens for the Cytotechnologist. The Histotech’s responsibilities also include documentation of quality control and quality assurance reports as specified by regulatory agencies as well as requested by clients and management.
The Histology Technician must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to interact with various ages of clients served in the course and scope of his/her job duties. These age populations may include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position may require direct patient care. However, in the course and scope of the regular job duties, this individual may be required to interface with patients, family members and the public at-large. Assessment of the skills necessary to communicate with various age populations is addressed on the corresponding competency assessment.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Facility
The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus
1 nurse recommends working with The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus
- Short Term Acute Care
- 410 beds
- Oracle Cerner
Employer
The Hospitals of Providence
About El Paso, TX
- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 95°F and low of 71°F.
- Winter average high of 58°F and low of 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for travel nurses.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- El Paso is a diverse city with a mix of cultures.
- The population has a wide age range, and common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, and golfing.
- The city also hosts summer concerts and has various cultural attractions.
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