What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology position at UW Health?
Work Schedule :
100% FTE, night shift. Monday – Friday 11:00PM – 7:00AM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay :
External hires may be eligible for up to a $4000.00 sign on bonus.Be part of something remarkable
Play an integral role in a patient’s diagnosis at UW Health. You’ll help bridge the gap between a tissue sample being taken and a diagnosis being made by a pathologist.
We are seeking a Histo Technician (HT or HTL) – Surgical Pathology to:
- Prepare tissue samples for examination under the microscope by grossing/dissecting biopsy specimens, embedding tissue in paraffin wax, performing microtomy and completing various staining techniques of tissue on glass slides.
- Basic instrument maintenance (temperatures, monitoring reagents), supply inventory and quality control to review and evaluate test or instrument performance. Interact daily with pathologists, residents, and both intradepartmental and interdepartmental staff.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology OR Education and training equivalent to an associate degree to include:
Education: 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses Required - Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science Preferred
Work Experience
- Previous laboratory experience Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Histotechnician/Histotechnologist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent Preferred
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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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