Histology Technician

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Twin Cities (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a laboratory technician to support clinical solutions. You will perform essential duties including embedding slides and ensuring quality while benefiting from a supportive work environment. Join a team dedicated to advancing patient care and enjoy competitive benefits including medical insurance and Paid Time Off.

Benefits

Free lab services for you and your dependents

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CAHEA/NAACLS accredited Histotechnology school.
• 1 year of laboratory training or experience in high complexity testing.
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Embedding and preparing slides for routine H & E and special stain procedures.
• Documenting scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Championing safety, compliance, and quality control.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Graduation from a CAHEA/NAACLS accredited Histotechnology school

Certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer!

Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members!

Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?

You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You've got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You're also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.

Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

Location: Plymouth, MN 55441

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Full-time: Benefit Eligible

In this role, you will:

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process through embedding and preparing slides for routine H & E and special stain procedures
• Performs and documents scheduled preventative maintenance
• Recognize when troubleshooting is needed for processing, embedding, cutting, staining
• Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control

All you need is:

• At minimum graduation from a school of Histotechnology accredited by CAHEA/NAACLS AND HT (ASCP)
• 1 year of laboratory training or experience performing high complexity testing
• Certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms

Bonus points if you've got:

• 2+ years of laboratory training or experience in a high volume laboratory with documented special stain and immunohistochemistry experience

We'll give you:

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
• A sense of belonging - we're a community!

We also want you to know:

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Job Category:

Laboratory Operations

Company:

Twin Cities Dermatopathology LLC

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.