Histotechnician/Histotechnologist

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Histotechnician or Histotechnologist to join their dynamic Histology Lab team. This casual position offers the chance to contribute to life-changing medicine in a fast-paced environment. You will work with a supportive team, gaining valuable experience while ensuring high-quality tissue processing and preparation. The role includes performing advanced staining techniques and maintaining quality control standards. If you are eager to make a significant impact in healthcare and grow your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Histology workflow and quality control processes.
• Ability to perform advanced staining and tissue processing.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens.
• Perform quality control checks and maintain instruments.

Skills

Histology workflow knowledge

Quality control checks

Advanced staining techniques

Tissue processing and preparation

Education

Relevant degree in Histotechnology

Tools

CoPath

Job description

Join Our Team at UPMC as a casual Histotechnician or Histotechnologist!

UPMC is seeking a dedicated Histotechnician or Histotechnologist to join our dynamic Histology Lab team. This casual (per diem) position is perfect for someone passionate about contributing to life-changing medicine in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Position Details:

• Shift: Varied daylight shifts, Monday through Friday.
• Location: Clinical Lab Building in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh, near UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

In our Histology Lab, you will work alongside a supportive, collaborative team, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a positive work environment. We are committed to fostering growth, engagement, and recognizing contributions, providing you with the tools to advance in your career.

• Applicants will be placed in the appropriate role (Histotechnician or Histotechnologist) and salary level based on experience and education.
• The Histotechnologist role starts at $24.32 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate complete knowledge of CoPath related to Histology workflow.
• Comply with all UPMC and departmental policies, procedures, and work practices.
• Demonstrate progression of skills towards working independently in an advanced staining area.
• Perform ancillary or miscellaneous tasks such as filing, cleaning, and stocking supplies.
• Perform QC checks at each phase of processing/staining.
• Process and prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for embedding, cutting, staining, and coverslipping. Embed and cut specialized tissue based on location including minute biopsy protocols.
• Support the academic mission of the department.
• Ensure all tissues are embedded and cut according to department-specific protocols with proper orientation and complete sections including no folds, chatter, artifacts, or floaters.
• Accurately prepare slides for microtomy using the barcode label in order to maintain correct patient identification throughout the process.
• Maintain instruments following quality control specifications and daily maintenance protocols.