Histology Technician
Avera•Sioux Falls, SD
•Onsite
About The Position
Performs standardized histotechnology procedures under supervision by the Histology Section leader and Section Pathologist. This role involves performing routine and specialized histology techniques, accessing specimens, assisting pathologists, and maintaining laboratory operations. The position also includes contributing to student teaching, quality assurance, and upholding Avera's mission and values.
Requirements
- Ability to work the specified hours (Evening Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm).
- Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
- Associate's Transcript showing 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of chemistry and biology (must include credit hours in both) OR Some College acceptance into an accredited histology certification program.
- Histotechnician (HT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification within 1.5 years of hire.
Nice To Haves
- 1-3 years of full time, acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory from an accredited laboratory within the last five years.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine histology techniques including tissue embedding, cutting, staining, coverslipping, labeling, and case distribution.
- Perform special histology and/or cytology specimen processing procedures including muscle and nerve biopsy preparation, fine needle aspiration, immunohistochemical staining, histochemical stains, and bone marrow processing.
- Accession specimens into the computer system.
- Assist pathologist or pathology assistant in performing gross examination of tissue specimens.
- Assist Pathologist and/or Clinician in obtaining bone marrow specimens.
- Perform gross examination on select specimens under the supervision of the Pathologist.
- Prepare frozen sections and other immediate attention specimens for intraoperative diagnosis.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks including routine maintenance, specimen filing, sending reference lab specimens, and preparing reagents or solutions.
- Assist with student teaching and training.
- Assist with quality assurance and continuous quality improvement projects.
Benefits
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.
- $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment (eligible for this position).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
