• Histotechnician

    SSM Health (Madison, WI)


    Job Requirements

    It's more than a career, it's a calling.

     

    WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

     

    **Worker Type:** Regular

    Job Highlights:

    This is a full time day shift Histotechnician position for St. Mary's Hospital in Madison working 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a total of 40 hours per week. No weekends or holidays! Certified and experienced candidates are preferred and encouraged to apply.

     

    A one-time sign on bonus is available to qualified individuals for up to $10,000 (less taxes) with a 2 year service commitment.

    Job Summary:

    Performs general histological duties under direct supervision, according to established procedures as well as preparation of histologic slides for microscopic examination and diagnosis by the pathologist.

    Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

    + Collects, labels, processes and preserves tissue specimens according to established laboratory procedures.

    + Prepares sections of tissue for immediate examination, using frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount and stain specimens.

    + Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by the pathologist.

    + Performs embedding, cutting, and staining of tissues and pathology specimens received.

    + Performs basic histology special stains using manual or automated methods as appropriate.

    + Maintains equipment in histology as required. Performs calibration and troubleshooting on test systems and instruments. Cleans and maintains adequate laboratory supplies and work areas.

    + Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.

    + Performs general histological duties as well as cytology specimen prep work.

    + May complete High Complexity Testing as outlined in 42 CFR 493.1489.

    + Analyzes and records data. Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab.

    + Maintains competencies and continuing education to keep informed of new developments in field.

    + Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

    + Performs other duties as assigned.

    EDUCATION

    + Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education

    EXPERIENCE

    + No experience required

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    + Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

    + Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.

    + Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.

    + Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

    + Frequent keyboard use/data entry.

    + Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.

    + Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

    + Rare climbing.

    REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

    State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

    + Histotechnician (HT) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

    **Department:** 3407000007 Lab - Surgical Path

    **Work Shift:** Day Shift (United States of America)

    **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40

    Benefits:

    SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

     

    + **Paid Parental Leave:** we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

    + **Flexible Payment Options:** our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

    + **Upfront Tuition Coverage** : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

     

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