About the position
Bring Your Possibilities to Fairview. At Fairview, we believe in the power of possibility — within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve. We believe that leadership isn't just a title — it's a mindset we all share. Whether you're providing hands-on care, innovating behind the scenes, or supporting those who do, your work matters. Fairview is looking for a Surgical Pathology Technician at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center. This is a benefit eligible position, 50 hours/2 week pay period (0.625 FTE), supporting the pathology laboratory. This opportunity is on the Evening Shift, Monday-Friday 3:00-8:30pm. No weekends required. Schedule will vary to meet the needs of the department. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in biological science such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology. The Surgical Pathology Technician (SPT) performs all work processes necessary for the preparation or procurement of specimens (blocks, slides, tissue, other) used for high complexity testing as defined by CLIA'88. The SPT possesses knowledge of the pathology/clinical laboratories (Cytology, Cytogenetic, Hematopathology, Molecular, Histology, or other), recognizes problems, identifies basic causes, and makes corrections using established protocols. The SPT processes data based on knowledge of technical conditions affecting diagnostic test results and performs procedures within established parameters. The SPT collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote patient and provider experience. The SPT works independently under general supervision.
Responsibilities
- Identifies and processes samples
- Accession/order enter specimens/tests into the computer system
- Performs technical work processes
- Recognizes problems and takes appropriate measures to resolve them
- Ensures regulatory and compliance
- Contributes to a positive patient and provider experience
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Associates degree or 24 credits college coursework with emphasis in biology & chemistry
Nice-to-haves
- BS degree or Medical Assistant degree
- 1-2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory or anatomic diagnostic laboratory
Benefits
- Medical plans
- Dental plans
- Vision plans
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- PTO and Sick and Safe Time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement
- Early access to earned wages
