Histotechnologist

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Job summary

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a dedicated histotechnologist to join the Laboratory Services team in Detroit, Michigan.

Under supervision, you will prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for microscopic examination and support pathology workflows in a fast-paced lab environment. You will embed, section, and stain tissue samples, assist with gross dissections, and ensure quality control while operating and maintaining all relevant laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years histotechnology training.
• AS degree with histotechnology training plus one year experience.
• Certificate from accredited histotechnology program.

Responsibilities

• Receive, prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for microscopic/pathology examination.
• Embed, section, stain, cover slip, label slides and blocks; assist pathologists with dissection.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment; perform quality control and reagent prep; train staff.

Skills

Histology techniques

Laboratory procedures

Education

HS diploma + 2 yrs histotechnology training

AS degree in science + 1 yr histotech training

Certificate from histotechnology program

Job description

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC University Laboratories, Inc.. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefit Statement

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary/Responsibilities

Under general supervision and following established procedures, receives and prepares surgical and autopsy tissue specimens (including frozen sections and specimens for special study for microscopic and pathological examination.

Receives, logs, and performs standard histological procedures (embedding, sectioning, staining, cover slipping, labeling, etc.) on routine surgical and autopsy tissues specimens. Performs advanced histotechniques in immunohistochemistry and electron microscopy. Assists pathologist with gross dissection of tissue specimens; sets up area, instruments and equipment; prepares chemical reagents and solutions. Files and retrieves slides, paraffin blocks and surgical pathology reports; prepares and correlates slides and surgical reports for pathologist.

Operates and maintains all laboratory equipment (including performing quality control and preventive maintenance); replenishes stock reagents. Participates in training other laboratory personnel, development and implementation of new procedures and research projects. Assists pathologist or designate in performance of tasks related to medical photography. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years histotechnology training, or
• Associated of Science degree or xx number of college credit hours taken in science plus one year histotechnology training, or
• Certificate from accredited school of histotechnology.
• Must be registered as HTL (Histotechnologist), HT (Histotechnician), or registry eligible through the ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists).

Facility Description

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center. DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full service outreach infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a rapid pace with the following outstanding features: Test menu of over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests. Less than 1% of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories. Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other healthcare systems in Southwestern Michigan and several out of state facilities.

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Job: Lab Services

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC University Laboratories, Inc.

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Night

Shift Begin: 11:00 PM Shift End: 7:30 AM