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HCA Healthcare Histology Assistant in Richmond, Virginia
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Histology Assistant today with Henrico Doctors' Hospital.
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Job Summary and Qualifications
Adheres to all established policies and procedures in the processing of specimens to include accessioning and filing slides and reports.
Demonstrates proficiency in the handling and processing of specimens and reports.
Makes proper decisions utilizing job knowledge. Works in an independent manner.
Demonstrates proficiency in all laboratory computer related tasks associated with registration and Histology processing.
Shares daily workload in the Histology department.
Prioritizes work to ensure completion within the assigned shift and within expected intervals.
Exhibits an understanding of how the processing functions contribute to the overall functioning of pathology.
Maintains referral work tracking system.
Maintains good communication with supervisors, coworkers and customers. Respects patient confidentiality. Demonstrates an awareness of patient/client expectations and seeks to always satisfy.
Understands and participates in laboratory QA plan, safety policies, emergency preparedness plan and infection control plan.
Understands/respects laboratory billing compliance plan. Adheres to guidelines set forth in Lab Billing Compliance Plan. Attends Annual Billing Compliance Training and Annual Ethics Training.
Initiates and documents patient teaching, including family and /or significant others. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient served.
EDUCATION
- Preferred - High School Diploma plus some post-high school courses in a medical or related field.
EXPERIENCE
Required – medical terminology
Preferred – specimen processing experience
CERTIFICATION
- Preferred - ASCP/ASPT certified
Benefits
Henrico Doctors' Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Histology Assistant opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.