What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Assistant position at trinityhealth?
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 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. Qualifications 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. Why Join Us 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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.