Job Title: Travel contract - Histology Technician
Number of positions: 1
Years of experience: One to three years
Shift: Night shifts– 36 hours
Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
JOB DESCRIPTION
Department: Histology
Shift timings: 04:30-13:00 Monday to Friday (5 Days/8 Hours)
Per Week: 40 Hours
Responsibilities
Implement and monitor patient care plans.
Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Qualifications
BLS and ACLS
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
The ability to stand for extended periods.
Strong technical skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology
Passionate about patient care
Requires a minimum of two years of current Histology Tech experience.
Graduate from a fully accredited Histology Tech program
Active unencumbered Histology Tech Iowa state license
One year of Cerner/Epic experience
Requirements
· COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.