What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Assistant position at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System?
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Histotechnology Assistant – Full-Time/Day Shift
Location: Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Pontiac, MI
Department: Pathology Laboratory
About The Role
Join our Lab Department as a Histotechnology Assistant. You will support pathology services by accurately handling, accessioning, and preparing specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Assist with histology and cytology procedures, maintain quality control standards, and ensure efficient workflow.
Key Responsibilities
Competitive salary and shift differentials. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement. Opportunities for growth within Trinity Health’s nationwide network.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
00629127
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Histotechnology Assistant – Full-Time/Day Shift
Location: Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Pontiac, MI
Department: Pathology Laboratory
About The Role
Join our Lab Department as a Histotechnology Assistant. You will support pathology services by accurately handling, accessioning, and preparing specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Assist with histology and cytology procedures, maintain quality control standards, and ensure efficient workflow.
Key Responsibilities
- Accession and prepare pathology specimens for processing.
- Perform staining, coverslipping, and assist with frozen sections.
- Support cytology preparations, including liquid-based PAPs.
- Maintain lab equipment and perform quality control checks.
- Monitor inventory and ensure proper storage/disposal of specimens.
- Assist pathologists and pathology assistants as needed.
- High School diploma required; Associate degree in science preferred.
- Minimum 12 science credit hours required.
- One year experience in histology or cytology preparation preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and lab safety practices.
Competitive salary and shift differentials. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement. Opportunities for growth within Trinity Health’s nationwide network.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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