Histology Technician

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 39,220 - 58,837; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account Options

Free Parking

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Evanston is looking for a Histology Technician to join their team. This full-time role involves processing and embedding tissues, performing microtomy, and working with both manual and automated techniques. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Science is required along with HT/HTL certification. The position offers great benefits like tuition reimbursement and health savings account options, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• HT/HTL Certificate (ASCP) or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience in Histology Laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process tissues using Xpress microwave rapid tissue processor.
• Embed tissue manually and using Sakura Auto TEK embedder.
• Perform microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks.

Skills

Ability to perform manual embedding

Microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks

Experience in Histology Laboratory

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Laboratory Science

Completed accredited Histology Technology program

Job description

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, 11am-7:30pm, e/o weekend and rotating 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 Opportunities

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Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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