Histology Technician

Avera • Sioux Falls, SD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs standardized histotechnology procedures under the supervision of the Histology Section leader and Section Pathologist. The position performs routine histology and may process special histology and cytology specimens. It also supports specimen accessioning, gross examinations, bone marrow specimen collection, frozen sections, laboratory maintenance, student training, and quality improvement activities.

This role is based at Avera McKennan Hospital and works 8-hour day shifts, with start times ranging from 3:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The schedule includes rotating work every fourth Saturday, rotating holidays, and weekend and night on-call involvement. The listed pay range is $25.50–$38.00, with the actual rate dependent on experience. The position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus and Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which provides an additional monthly payment of $167 toward principal, up to $10,000 total.

Requirements

• Associate's degree with 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of chemistry and biology, including credits in both; alternatively, some college and acceptance into an accredited histology certification program.
• Obtain Histotechnician (HT) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 1.5 years.
• Ability to work the specified hours.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of full-time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory (clinical, veterinary, industry, or research) from an accredited laboratory within the last five years.
• Bachelor's degree with 12 semester hours of chemistry and/or biology, including credits in both.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine histology techniques, including tissue embedding, cutting, staining, coverslipping, labeling, and case distribution.
• Perform special histology and/or cytology specimen processing, which may include muscle and nerve biopsy preparation, fine needle aspiration, immunohistochemical staining, histochemical stains, and bone marrow processing.
• Accession specimens into the computer system.
• Assist a pathologist or pathology assistant with gross examination of tissue specimens.
• Assist a pathologist and/or clinician in obtaining bone marrow specimens.
• Perform gross examination on selected specimens under the supervision of the pathologist.
• Prepare frozen sections and other specimens requiring immediate attention for intraoperative diagnosis.
• Perform miscellaneous laboratory tasks, including routine maintenance, specimen filing, sending reference laboratory specimens, and preparing reagents or solutions.
• Assist with student teaching and training.
• Assist with quality assurance and continuous quality improvement projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and coordinate workflow with team members while complying with applicable safety requirements.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus.
• Eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, with an extra monthly payment of $167 toward principal, up to $10,000.
• PTO available from day one for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through hands-on training and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree