Pathology Technician - Cytology

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in North Dakota is seeking a Pathology Technician for the Histology/Gross Laboratory. You will assist pathologists and technologists by preparing tissue samples, staining, and slide handling under supervision.

The role involves equipment maintenance, inventory management, data entry, and support tasks to ensure accurate diagnosis and efficient lab operations. A biology-related Bachelor's degree and Laboratory experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field with 30 combined hours of biological science and chemistry.
• One year of laboratory experience preferred.
• Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Responsibilities

• Manage gynecologic Pap sample accessioning, staining, and coverslipping.
• File slides and monitor billing codes and reports.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Manage inventory and perform phone duties.
• Train and onboard new staff as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field that includes 30 combined semester hours of biological science and chemistry.

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $22.50 - $36.00

Union Position

No

Department Details

Schedule

• Monday-Friday 8-hour day shifts 8:00am-4:30pm
• No evening, weekend, or on-call shifts

Duties include

• Management of gynecologic Pap samples (accession, staining, coverslipping, etc.)
• Slide filing
• Monitor billing codes and reports
• Equipment maintenance
• Inventory management
• Phone duties

Summary

Provide technical assistance in the laboratories. Performs laboratory duties to assist technologists, technicians, pathologists' assistants and/or pathologists. Handles related equipment including maintenance; cleans work area and stocks supplies. As needed, will assist in reference lab work including packaging, mailing, tracking, and report filing. Expected to train and onboard new employees.

Job Description

Pathology Technicians within the Histology/Gross Laboratory will assist in obtaining biological samples for study and prepares tissues for processing and examination under the direction and supervision of pathologists. May perform complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis.

Within the Clinical Laboratory setting, responsibilities include collecting, preparing and processing specimens. Assists in performing laboratory activities and other assigned tasks. Aids in preparing laboratory specimens and supplies. May be responsible for entering laboratory orders and results. Ensures the accuracy and quality of laboratory data in a safe and professional work environment. May be required to perform waived tests and/or phlebotomy.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biology or other related field that includes 30 combined semester hours of biological science and chemistry.

One year previous laboratory experience preferred.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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