Histology Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

UP Health System Marquette, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Histology Technician for 1.0 FTE with varied shifts, on call and weekend rotation. The union position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus for external eligible candidates and a mission-driven work environment focused on community health.

The role involves performing histology and cytology procedures, managing specimens, and ensuring quality control within a collaborative team at UP Health System Marquette.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification or equivalent registry required.
• Associate's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures/protocols in Cytology, Histology, and Pathology.
• Receives and assigns accession numbers to tissue and fluid specimens and logs them into the AP computer system.
• Processes curettings and routine TUR and bone marrow specimens; reports abnormal or suspicious specimens.
• Prepares sections of body tissue specimens by fixation, decalcification, dehydration, and embedding for examination by a pathologist.
• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Performs and monitors quality control, calibration, and maintenance on equipment and tests.
• Participates in evaluating new techniques and instruments and developing new procedures.

Skills

ASCP certification

Histology procedures

Education

Associate's degree

ASCP or Equivalent Registry

Job description

Histology Technician

1.0 FTE, varied shifts, on call and weekend rotation required

This is a MAST union position

This position has a $7,500 sign on bonus for external eligible candidates

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System Marquette is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Histology Technician joining our team, you\'re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You\'ll Contribute

• Performs procedures/ protocols in Cytology, Histology, and Pathology.
• Receives and assigns accession numbers to tissue and fluid specimens and logs them into the AP computer system.
• Processes curettings and routine TUR and bone marrow specimens. Reports any abnormal or suspicious appearing specimens.
• Prepares sections of body tissue specimens by fixation, decalcification, dehydration, and embedding for examination by a pathologist.
• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.
• Performs and monitors quality control, calibration, and corrective/ preventative maintenance on equipment, instruments, and tests.
• Participates in the evaluation of new techniques/ instruments/ equipment and in researching/ developing new procedures.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We\'re Looking For

• Associate\'s degree
• ASCP or Equivalent Registry

More About UP Health System Marquette

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS - Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region\'s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

Where We Are

In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.