Histology Technician - Surgical Pathology

Work Schedule :

This is a full-time, FTE 1.0, 3rd shift position. Sunday - Thursday 11:00pm - 7:00am. Hours may vary based on department needs

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.

Education :

Minimum – Associate 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

Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science

Work Experience :

Minimum –

Preferred – Previous laboratory experience

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum –

Preferred – Histotechnician/Histotechnologist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

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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