Histology Technologist / Technician

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

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About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring an experienced Histology Technician or Technologist for a full-time position at Amber Valley Lab. The role receives and prepares tissue specimens for routine and special examinations and performs histological procedures—including grossing, embedding, microtomy, and staining—to produce slides for diagnosis. The position includes routine duties across all areas of the Histology Laboratory and may involve interaction with clients of all ages. The employee reviews slide quality, maintains and repairs laboratory instruments, disinfects work areas, and stocks supplies. They follow established standards of practice and use independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving. The role also involves assisting with writing and reviewing procedures, respecting the responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel, and actively participating in laboratory quality assurance and performance improvement activities. The employee must ensure that laboratory safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards are met.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Laboratory or Biological Sciences.
Possess an HHS-approved certification in the field, such as ASCP Histology Technician (HT) or Histology Technologist (HTL), or be registry eligible upon hire and obtain certification within 12 months.
Use self-discipline and good judgment while following established standards of practice.
Apply critical and independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

Prior histology experience.

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare tissue specimens for routine and special examinations.
Perform histological procedures, including grossing, embedding, microtomy, and staining, to prepare tissue slides for diagnosis.
Perform routine duties in all areas of the Histology Laboratory, including inventory and equipment maintenance.
Review slide quality.
Maintain and repair laboratory instruments.
Disinfect work areas and stock supplies.
Meet laboratory safety, quality control, and quality assurance standards.
Use good judgment, critical thinking, and independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving while following established standards of practice.
Interact respectfully with laboratory and health care personnel, recognizing their responsibilities and their roles in patient care.
Assist in writing and reviewing current and new departmental procedures and changes to general hospital policies and procedures.
Participate actively in laboratory quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
Interact with clients of all ages as required.