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AdventHealth

Histotechnician

AdventHealth, La Grange, Illinois, United States, 60525

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All the Benefits and Perks you need for you and your family

Up to a $7,500 Sign‑On Bonus Available

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Insurance

Our Promise To You

Joining UChicago AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by extending the healing ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that

together

we are even better.

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift:

Day 4:30 am to 1:00 pm (Rotating weekends/Holidays)

Location:

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD, La Grange, 60525

The Role You'll Contribute Processes specimens for pathologic diagnosis, tissue fixation, processing, preparing and staining slides for microscopic examination by the pathologist.

The Value You'll Bring To The Team

Performs analytical activities related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special histologic staining, frozen sectioning, cover slipping and handling of irreplaceable tissue, surgical and body fluid specimens

May prepare specimens utilized for research requests

May transport specimens to/from collection sites and is responsible for shipment of specimens to/from collaborator sites; takes the necessary training to ensure compliance under federal/state regulatory guidelines

Ensures special stains are performed on tissues, as needed

May perform special staining, maintaining solutions and documents quality control

Follows established procedures to collect and process biological specimens for analysis

May register, order, and accession pathology specimens into computer systems

Adheres to safety requirements and appropriately handles and disposes chemicals

Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment

May have technical skills and aptitudes related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special histologic staining, coverslipping and handling of irreplaceable tissue, surgical and body fluid specimens performed in department or work area assigned

May be required to assist pathologist with frozen section preparations

May be required to utilize automated Histology equipment properly according to lab procedures and manufacturers instructions

May assist in procedural areas with specimen collection such as Fine Needle Aspirations

May assist with preparation of Cytology specimens

May perform Immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing

Qualifications The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

High School Grad or Equiv Required

Associate in related field in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) OR equivalent education experience. Clinical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR Successful completion of at least a 50‑week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Clinical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA‑certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024. Preferred

One or more years of Work Experience Preferred

Ability to prepare tissue specimens to confirm patient diagnoses

Ability to perform complex histological procedures, record and analyze data, and maintain/repair instruments

Up‑to‑date knowledge of specimen handling, ranging from accession to specimen storage

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to maintain safety standards and comply with government regulations in laboratory practices

Up‑to‑date knowledge of contemporary as well as general histology practice

Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English

Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Histotechnician (HTASCP) Preferred

Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) - License Preferred

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLTASCP) Preferred

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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