Histotechnician II

Building Location:

32nd Avenue Building

Department:

12031 Pathology

Job Description:

Schedule: Day shift rotation (flexible). Training will consist of a rotation through all shifts.

Processes and prepares pathology and cytology specimens, as defined by CLIA, for pathologist and cytotechnologist interpretation.

Job duties may consist of routine and special staining procedures, IHC and ISH, Mohs and routine frozen sections as required in the diagnosis, treatment and management of pathologic conditions on patients of all ages.

Problem solving skills, participation in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting are required.

Education Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• Graduate of NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program

OR

• Successful completion of 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years

OR

• An associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND 1 year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• ASCP Certification as Histotechnician (HT)

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Days

Shift End Time:

Days

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$25.42 - $38.13

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:*

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.

• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

*Eligibility for Essentia Health's benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at ~~~ for more information.

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