Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology

UW Health•Madison, WI

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About The Position

Play an integral role in a patient’s diagnosis at UW Health. You’ll help bridge the gap between a tissue sample being taken and a diagnosis being made by a pathologist. We are seeking a Histo Technician (HT or HTL) – Surgical Pathology to: Prepare tissue samples for examination under the microscope by grossing/dissecting biopsy specimens, embedding tissue in paraffin wax, performing microtomy and completing various staining techniques of tissue on glass slides. Basic instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents), supply inventory and quality control to review and evaluate test or instrument performance. Interact daily with pathologists, residents, and both intradepartmental and interdepartmental staff. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology OR Education and training equivalent to an associate degree to include:
Education: 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses Required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science Preferred
Previous laboratory experience Preferred
Histotechnician/Histotechnologist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent Preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare tissue samples for examination under the microscope by grossing/dissecting biopsy specimens, embedding tissue in paraffin wax, performing microtomy and completing various staining techniques of tissue on glass slides.
Basic instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents), supply inventory and quality control to review and evaluate test or instrument performance.
Interact daily with pathologists, residents, and both intradepartmental and interdepartmental staff.