Histotechnologist Trainee - Second Shift

nebraskamed; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount

Career advancement support

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an entry-level histology support team member for the Second Shift (12:30pm–9pm). You will learn tissue preparation for histological analysis under department procedures, supporting timely pathology information for quality diagnoses.

The role requires a high school education (or equivalent) and basic science coursework; training will cover theory and practical skills with growth opportunities and education benefits offered by the organization.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• 60 semester hours of science courses that include chemistry/biology or medical laboratory technology coursework.

Responsibilities

• Learn the basic knowledge and practical techniques in histology preparation.
• Prepare patient or research tissue according to department procedures for analysis.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory services to ensure high-quality pathology information.

Education

High school education

60 semester hours of science/medical laboratory coursework

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

Second Shift (United States of America)

ShiftDetails:

Full Time

12:30pm to 9pm

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

This is an entry level position where the incumbent will learn the basic knowledge, i.e. theoretical and practical, in the preparation of biological material for histological analysis/diagnosis. The process involves the preparation of patient tissue or research tissue according to department procedures. Support continuous improvement of laboratory services within the organization to ensure high quality and timely pathology information for a quality diagnosis.

Required Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Education and training equivalent to 60 semester hours from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include either a) 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or b) 24 semester hours of science courses that include i) 6 semester hours of chemistry ii) 6 semester hours of biology iii) 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent experience in laboratory work, preferably histology laboratory preferred.
• Bachelor of science or successful completion of a formally recognized histology technique training program preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.