Fairview Health Services
Histotechnologist
Fairview Health Services, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
Fairview Health Services is looking for a Histotechnologist at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank (https://www.mhealthfairview.org/locations/M-Health-Fairview-University-of-Minnesota-Medical-Center---West-Bank-east) .
The University of Minnesota Medical Center represents an integrated academic health care system and is comprised of two hospitals and dozens of adult specialty clinics on both the East and West banks of the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis. It is the flagship facility of Fairview providing breakthrough medicine and redefining the health of our community.
This opportunity is:
Full time 1.0 FTE
Day shift
At M Health Fairview our Histolotechnologists work as part of a diverse team to produce high quality slides for microscopic evaluation. Our team members rotate through a variety of responsibilities including embedding, microtomy, routine hematoxylin and eosin staining, special stains, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, and whole slide imaging. We serve a diverse patient population including pediatric and transplant patients and work with a variety of tissue types including kidney, liver, prostate, and G.I. biopsies, bone marrows, cell blocks, dermatology specimens, and routine surgical cases. We encourage our team members' continued growth and development by offering opportunities for involvement in ongoing assignments and process improvement work. If you’re interested in being a part of our Anatomic Pathology team and providing quality care to help improve the lives of our patients, we’d love to talk with you!
We offer competitive Benefits (https://www.fairview.org/Benefits) , including Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement.
Responsibilities Job Description
Follows standardized procedures to create slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists using both routine histology and advanced staining techniques. Adheres to system standards to ensure regulatory requirements are met and patient safety is prioritized. Uses education and experience to troubleshoot failed stains and instrument issues, escalating appropriately as needed. Participation in process improvement projects, working toward meeting department goals, and ongoing responsibilities related to lab safety, regulatory compliance, lab supplies, or training students as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes as specified in CLIA’88.
Possess or be eligible to receive appropriate HHS approved laboratory certification, HTL (ASCP). If not certified at the time of hire, must obtain certification within 1 year of eligibility/hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Histology/Pathology
1 to 3 years of experience of histology routine work and IHC special stains.
Desired Skills
Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations
Ability to exercise independent judgment
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Fairview Health Services is looking for a Histotechnologist at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank (https://www.mhealthfairview.org/locations/M-Health-Fairview-University-of-Minnesota-Medical-Center---West-Bank-east) .
The University of Minnesota Medical Center represents an integrated academic health care system and is comprised of two hospitals and dozens of adult specialty clinics on both the East and West banks of the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis. It is the flagship facility of Fairview providing breakthrough medicine and redefining the health of our community.
This opportunity is:
Full time 1.0 FTE
Day shift
At M Health Fairview our Histolotechnologists work as part of a diverse team to produce high quality slides for microscopic evaluation. Our team members rotate through a variety of responsibilities including embedding, microtomy, routine hematoxylin and eosin staining, special stains, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, and whole slide imaging. We serve a diverse patient population including pediatric and transplant patients and work with a variety of tissue types including kidney, liver, prostate, and G.I. biopsies, bone marrows, cell blocks, dermatology specimens, and routine surgical cases. We encourage our team members' continued growth and development by offering opportunities for involvement in ongoing assignments and process improvement work. If you’re interested in being a part of our Anatomic Pathology team and providing quality care to help improve the lives of our patients, we’d love to talk with you!
We offer competitive Benefits (https://www.fairview.org/Benefits) , including Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement.
Responsibilities Job Description
Follows standardized procedures to create slides for microscopic evaluation by pathologists using both routine histology and advanced staining techniques. Adheres to system standards to ensure regulatory requirements are met and patient safety is prioritized. Uses education and experience to troubleshoot failed stains and instrument issues, escalating appropriately as needed. Participation in process improvement projects, working toward meeting department goals, and ongoing responsibilities related to lab safety, regulatory compliance, lab supplies, or training students as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related laboratory field including the related lab practicum or equivalent routes as specified in CLIA’88.
Possess or be eligible to receive appropriate HHS approved laboratory certification, HTL (ASCP). If not certified at the time of hire, must obtain certification within 1 year of eligibility/hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Histology/Pathology
1 to 3 years of experience of histology routine work and IHC special stains.
Desired Skills
Demonstrate the ability to work under stress in a variety of situations
Ability to exercise independent judgment
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status