Histotechnician

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

IU Health’s laboratories provide comprehensive laboratory services and perform more than 19 million tests annually. The Histotechnician prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that support patient diagnosis. The role processes, embeds, cuts, and stains surgical, biopsy, and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review. It also involves complex histological procedures, data analysis and recording, and instrument maintenance according to established protocols. The position works within defined technical processes and procedures, with limited supervision and oversight focused on complex new assignments. The Histotechnician may also serve as an informal resource for less experienced colleagues.

Requirements

• Certification as a Histotechnician (HT) through ASCP is required within six months of hire; additional experience or education may be considered in lieu of certification.
• Skills in embedding, cutting, routine H&E staining, and special stains.
• Proficiency in computer entry and retrieval of laboratory results.
• Ability to maintain quality control records and patient results.
• Ability to apply safety regulations.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Histology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tissue specimens for routine and special procedures that aid in confirming patient diagnoses.
• Process, embed, cut, and stain surgical, biopsy, and anatomical tissues for light and fluorescent microscopic slide review.
• Perform complex histological procedures and analyze and correct problems using scientific principles.
• Analyze and record data.
• Perform instrument maintenance using established protocols.
• Maintain quality control records and patient results.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and apply safety regulations.
• Serve as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet program requirements
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling at no cost
• Healthy Results wellness programs, with participation earning points toward a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed