Histotechnologist: Immunohistochemistry & Tissue Tech - Night Shift

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

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.