**Join the team that is revolutionizing health care – BayCare Health System** BayCare is currently in search of our newest Histologist Lead to join the laboratory team who is passionate about providing outstanding patient care and customer service to the community we serve! The Histologist Lead is responsible for all phases of tissue processing from fixation to final slide, including special stains and techniques, performs specialized procedures, researches new techniques and instrumentation, assists lab manager with daily responsibilities, assigns staff to meet work assignments, assists in maintaining and revising policies and procedures, maintains files, records, and documentation required by state and federal licensing boards, cleans and maintains equipment and instruments, orders, stocks and maintains supplies and performs other duties as assigned. **Title:** Histologist Lead + **Facility:** St. Joseph's Hospital + **Location:** Tampa, FL + **Status:** Full time + **Shift Hours:** 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM + **Weekend Work:** Occasional + **On Call:** No **Responsibilities:** + Responsible for all phases of tissue processing from fixation to final slide, including special stains and techniques. + Performs specialized procedures. + Research new techniques and instrumentation. + Assists Lab Manager with daily responsibilities. + Assigns staff to meet work assignments. + Assists in maintaining and revising policies and procedures. + Maintains files, records and documentation required by state and federal licensing boards. + Maintains equipment, supplies, and instrumentation. + Order, stocks and maintains supplies. + Demonstrate organizational, time management, interpersonal, written, and verbal skills. + Use computer skills appropriate to position. + Needs to use and understand medical terminology. + Other duties as assigned. **Certification & Licensure:** + State of Florida Histology License required + ASCP certified preferred **Education:** + High School or Equivalent required + Technical College in Histotechnology, Associate's degree preferred **Experience:** + Five (5) years laboratory related required + One (1) year Supervisory role in related field preferred + Knowledge of CAP regulations, Immunohistochemistry validation process and troubleshooting skills are required **BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:** + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) + Paid Time Off + Tuition Assistance + 401K Match and additional yearly contribution + Annual performance appraisals and team award bonus + Family resources and wellness opportunities + Community perks and discounts BayCare Health System is a leading not for profit organization in the Tampa Bay area that has been recognized as a top place to work. At BayCare, we’re committed to building a culture of inclusion that’s reflective of the community we serve, provides equal opportunities for all, and works on a foundation of excellence, trust, dignity, respect, and responsibility. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled **Position** Histologist Lead **Location** Tampa:St Josephs | Clinical | Full Time **Req ID** null