Histotechnician – Precision Tissue Processing & Staining

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Histotechnician to perform routine histology procedures, embed tissues, and prepare high-quality slides for microscopic review by Pathologists. The role requires meticulous documentation, adherence to SOPs, and communication with pathologists regarding specimen issues.

The candidate should pursue Histotechnician (ASCP) certification within one year of hire and meet CLIA high-complexity testing requirements.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with a combination of biology and chemistry hours or 60 semester hours including biology/chemistry.
• HT ASCP histotechnician certification within 1 year of hire.
• Eligibility to perform high complexity testing under CLIA and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs cassette-log reconciliation and operates tissue processors.
• Embeds tissues and ensures adequacy of processing.
• Operates microtome and prepares representative tissue sections.
• Performs staining, coverslipping and quality control for slides.
• Maintains documentation in LIS and adheres to regulatory requirements.
• Participates in safety, infection control and quality system activities.

Education

ASCP Histotechnician certification

Associates degree with biology/chemistry hours OR 60 semester hours biology/chemistry

High complexity testing (CLIA) eligibility

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Histotechnician to perform routine histology procedures, embed tissues, and prepare high-quality slides for microscopic review by Pathologists. The role requires meticulous documentation, adherence to SOPs, and communication with pathologists regarding specimen issues.

The candidate should pursue Histotechnician (ASCP) certification within one year of hire and meet CLIA high-complexity testing requirements.