Histology Technician

Edward Elmhurst Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health is seeking a full-time Histology Technician to work at Evanston Hospital. Responsibilities include processing tissues, embedding, and microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks. Ideal candidates should have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Laboratory Science, and HT/HTL certification.

This role offers a competitive hourly pay range of $28.47 - $42.71 depending on experience, along with benefits like tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and retirement options with company match.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in Histology Laboratory preferred.
• Ability to perform manual embedding and microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks.

Responsibilities

• Process tissues using Xpress microwave rapid tissue processor.
• Embed tissues using manual and automated technology.
• Perform microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks.

Skills

Processing tissues using Xpress microwave rapid tissue processor

Embedding

Microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks

Special Stains

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Laboratory Science

Certification: HT/HTL Certificate (ASCP)

Job description

## Histology TechnicianApplylocations: EVH Evanston Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R43180**Hourly Pay Range:**$28.47 - $42.71 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: Histology Technician* Location: Evanston Hospital* Full Time/Part Time: Full Time* Hours: Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays**What you will do:*** Processing tissues using Xpress microwave rapid tissue processor* Embedding: Manual and Automated using Sakura Auto TEK embedder* Microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks both manual and auto embedded* Recuts of tissue blocks* Special Stains* IF cryotomy of skin specimens**What you will need:*** Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Laboratory Science and Histology routine training or Completed accredited Histology Technology program.* Certification: HT/HTL Certificate (ASCP), equivalent or eligible.* Experience: 1 year experience in Histology Laboratory preferred* Unique or Preferred Skills: Ability to perform manual embedding and microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks.**Benefits:*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Free Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.