Histology Technician I - PM or Nights

ThedaCare; Appleton (WI); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ThedaCare in Appleton, Wisconsin is seeking a Histotechnician I to prepare tissue sections for microscopic study and interpretation by pathologists.

This role involves embedding tissue, cutting sections, performing stains, quality control, and assisting pathologists during frozen sections.

Requires ASCP HT certification or an associate degree with biology/chemistry coursework and at least one year of histopathology lab experience; work environment is medical with safety protocols.

Formación

• HS/HT certification or an associate degree with biology and chemistry coursework.
• One year of full-time histopathology lab experience.
• Ability to prepare tissue sections and perform stains.

Responsabilidades

• Ensures specimens are accessioned, labeled, and suitable for testing.
• Embeds tissue into paraffin blocks.
• Cuts quality tissue sections to proper thickness and mounts on slides.
• Performs routine and special stains and quality control.
• Assists pathologists during frozen section procedures.
• Maintains instruments and ensures compliance with standards.

Conocimientos

Histology

Lab experience

Quality control

Educación

ASCP HT Certification

Associate degree in science (biology/chemistry)

Descripción del empleo

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness - Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary : The Histology Technician I prepares tissue sections from surgical material for microscopic study and interpretation by the pathologist.

Schedule

Shift: PM or Night Shift, based on candidate preference PM Shift: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Night Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM Days: Monday through Friday Weekends: None On-Call: No on-call coverage required

Key Accountabilities

• Ensures specimens are properly accessioned, labeled, and suitable for testing.
• Embeds tissue into paraffin blocks.
• Cuts quality tissue sections to proper thickness as determined by tissue type, and places sample on glass slides.
• Performs routine and special stains, immunohistochemistry, cover slipping, verification, and distribution of slides.
• Performs and documents quality control.
• Evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action under the guidance of team leader or supervisor.
• Performs and documents cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Assists pathologists during frozen section procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards.

Qualifications

A current Histotechnician (HT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), OR an associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the associate degree, AND one year of full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last five years and Histotechnician (HT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) obtained within one year of employment.

Physical Demands

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment

Works in a medical setting with high risk of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemicals, and biohazardous materials Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock Use of computers throughout the work day Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers

Location

Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt

Overtime Exempt: No

Worker Shift Details

Worker Shift Details: PM

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We've improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities.

Languages & Application

This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.