What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histotechnician/Histotechnologist position at UPMC?
Join Our Team at UPMC as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist!
UPMC is seeking a dedicated Histotechnician or Histotechnologist to join our dynamic Histology Lab team. This full-time position is perfect for someone passionate about contributing to life-changing medicine in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Position Details:
- Shift: Daylight shifts with variable start times between 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday.
- Location: Clinical Lab Building in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh, near UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.
In our Histology Lab, you will work alongside a supportive, collaborative team, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a positive work environment. We are committed to fostering growth, engagement, and recognizing contributions, providing you with the tools to advance in your career.
- Applicants will be placed in the appropriate role (Histotechnician or Histotechnologist) and salary level based on experience and education.
- The Histotechnologist role starts at $26.30 per hour.
If you're ready to be part of a team that thrives on excellence and collaboration, apply today to join UPMC and help shape the future of medicine!
We’re excited to offer sign-on bonuses for qualified Histo Techs who join our team:
· $15,000 for those with 0–1 year of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment
· $20,000 for those with 1 years of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment
Plus, earn an additional $10,000 upon completion of your third year of employment.
Sign-on bonuses are also available for part-time positions and will be prorated based on commitment.
Responsibilities:
- Understands CoPath related to Histology workflow.
- Progresses towards working independently in an advanced staining area.
- Performs QC checks at each phase of processing/ staining
- Processes and prepares surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for embedding, cutting, staining and coverslipping.
- Embeds and cuts specialized tissue based on location including minute biopsy protocols.
- Ensures all tissues are embedded and cut according to department-specific protocols with proper orientation and complete sections including no folds, chatter, artifacts, or floaters.
- Accurately prepares slides for microtomy using the barcode label in order to maintain correct patient identification throughout the process.
- Maintains instruments following quality control specifications and daily maintenance protocols.
- Performs additional tasks such as filing, cleaning, stocking supplies.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000