Histotechnologist I - Immunohistochemistry

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Histotechnologist for the M-Pathology Lab in Indianapolis. Full-time, Days, M-F 8-4:30pm. Responsible for producing high-quality slides and performing IHC procedures to support diagnostic testing.

The role requires HTL certification (ASCP) and an Associate's Degree in Histology, with proficiency in embedding, cutting, H&E and special stains, and lab data management.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Histology is preferred.
• Certification as a Histotechnologist (HTL) through ASCP is required. Additional experience/education will be considered in lieu of certification.
• Required skills include Embedding, Cutting, routine H&E staining, Special stains.
• Requires proficiency at computer entry/retrieval of lab results.
• Requires ability to utilize and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment in performing tests.
• Requires ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Requires ability to prepare reagents.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality microscopic slides of tissues received for diagnostic/research purposes.
• Identify tissue structure and cell components for use in diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease.
• Perform complex immunohistochemistry procedures to aid in diagnosis.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure accurate documentation of results.

Skills

Embedding

Cutting

H&E staining

Special stains

Lab data entry

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reagent preparation

Education

Associate's Degree in Histology

Histotechnologist (HTL) certification - ASCP

Job description

Overview

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 16 hospitals and more than 34,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.

The laboratories of IU Health offer some of the most comprehensive laboratory services in Indiana! Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the laboratories perform more than 19 million tests a year. In addition to IU Health, laboratory testing services are provided to hospitals and physicians across the country.

SHIFT: Full-Time, Days, M-F 8-4:30pm

Location: IUHMG M-Pathology Lab

The Histotechnologist at the LAB produces high quality microscopic slides of tissues received while maintaining patient confidentiality. Also performs all necessary duties and procedures required for the processing of specimens for diagnostic and research purposes. Identifies tissue structure and cell components for use in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of a disease. Performs complex immunohistochemistry procedures to aid in diagnosis.

• Associate's Degree in Histology is preferred.


• Certification as a Histotechnologist (HTL) through ASCP is required. Additional experience/education will be considered in lieu of certification.


• Required skills include but are not limited to; Embedding, Cutting, routine H&E staining, Special stains.


• Requires proficiency at computer entry/retrieval of lab results.


• Requires ability to utilize and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment in performing tests.


• Requires ability to troubleshoot equipment.


• Requires ability to prepare reagents.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.


• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match


• Tuition reimbursement


• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).


• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you!