What are the responsibilities and job description for the ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY TECHNICIAN position at University of Washington (UW) Medicine?
Req #: 245053 Department: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology Appointing Department Web Address: https://dlmp.uw.edu/ Job Location: UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting Date: 04/25/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $29.41 - $42.12 per hour Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: Alternate Work Shift Benefits: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Anatomic Pathology Technician .
WORK SCHEDULE
Per Diem/On Call (Intermittent)
Alternate Shift
WHAT WE OFFER
Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.
Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Certified, or certified within two years from the date of hire, at the Technician level by a nationally recognized certifying agency such as the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists or the Microscopy Society of America
OR
Equivalent education/experience
Desired:Knowledge on how to embed and cut histology samples
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general supervision of the Histology Supervisor, the licensed Histology technician will perform histotechnology procedures such as processing, embedding, cutting, mounting, and staining of tissue specimens for evaluation and diagnosis by Pathologists.
Job duties also include:
Processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, mounting of various tissue types processed via FFPE or frozen for evaluation and diagnosis by Pathologists.
Perform simple immunohistochemistry procedures.
Perform special stains via automation and manual procedures.
Demonstrate successful sectioning and angle applications to preserve small tissue samples eliminating tissue exhaustion.
Prepare laboratory solutions as needed following standard operations.
Monitor, care, and maintain histology instruments.
Demonstrate knowledge in selecting applicable tissue quality control meeting quality assurance requirements.
Perform simple to complex research projects.
Independently and successfully navigate the LIS system to accession patient samples and order test as requested by clinical care team.
Familiarity with CAP preparedness and inspection procedures.
Must be able to work rotating weekends and holidays to manage cases needing STAT/RUSH processing.
Demonstrate successful understanding and care of reagents particularly during spillage.
Demonstrate knowledge of general laboratory workflow and processes following standard operations procedures.
May assist in procedures in various Anatomic pathology as assigned.
ABOUT US
A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. To learn more about our team, please click HERE
UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Anatomic Pathology Technician .
WORK SCHEDULE
WHAT WE OFFER
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
OR
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general supervision of the Histology Supervisor, the licensed Histology technician will perform histotechnology procedures such as processing, embedding, cutting, mounting, and staining of tissue specimens for evaluation and diagnosis by Pathologists.
Job duties also include:
ABOUT US
A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. To learn more about our team, please click HERE
UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Salary : $29 - $42