Histotechnician

Hudson Hospital•Saint Paul, MN

2d•$28 - $42

About The Position

Regions Hospital’s Histopathology Department is seeking a self-motivated, quality-focused Histotechnician. The role performs processing of small, non-complex specimens under the direction of the histopathology medical director, along with tests and procedures in a histology laboratory and functions related to obtaining, receiving, and processing surgical pathology specimens for patients of all ages. The position also maintains laboratory equipment and supplies and performs related duties as assigned. The Histotechnician will join an innovative, collaborative team in a newly remodeled laboratory designed for ergonomics and workflow. The team has also been developing a laboratory information system intended to improve efficiency and patient safety. The work supports Regions Hospital, six suburban hospitals, and more than twenty clinics in its network. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at 1.0 FTE.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Histotechnician program or equivalent.
ASCP certification or ASCP Board Certification as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist. New graduates of a Histotechnician program must obtain board certification within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of full-time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last five years.
Experience processing immunohistochemistry (IHC) and/or Direct Immunofluorescence (DIF).
Previous experience grossing small specimens.
HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP).

Responsibilities

Process small, non-complex specimens under the direction of and as outlined by the histopathology medical director.
Perform tests and procedures in a histology laboratory.
Obtain, receive, and process surgical pathology specimens for patients of all ages.
Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) with employer match
Disability insurance
Fertility coverage
Tuition reimbursement
On-site employee fitness center
On-site employee clinic
Center for Employee Resilience providing support and evidence-based practices
Qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Comprehensive benefits supporting health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning