Histology Technician I

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next move healthcareWest Peoria (IL)

Histology Technicians Medical Laboratories

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$29.30 - $34.47 per hour

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About the role

About the job: Histology Technician IJob Title: Histology Technician ILocation: Peoria, Illinois

Schedule: Part-Time | Day Shift | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM | Approximately 20 Hours per Week

Hours: 40 hours per pay period | Five 8-hour shifts every two weeks

Weekend Requirement: Approximately one Saturday per month, with a weekday off when scheduled

Pay Range: $29.30-$34.47 per hour

Weekend Differential: +$2.50 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 with a one-year commitment | $5,000 with a two-year commitment | $10,000 with a three-year commitment New Graduates: Welcome to apply

Job Overview: A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Histology Technician I to join its Pathology Laboratory team in Peoria, Illinois. The Histology Technician will prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination by pathologists, with primary responsibilities including embedding and microtomy. Depending on experience and competency, the technologist may also assist with special stains, frozen sections, reagent preparation, quality assurance, and other histology procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Histology Technician or a qualified new graduate looking to develop specialized skills in a dedicated hospital-based histology laboratory.

Responsibilities:

Prepare fixed and frozen tissue specimens for microscopic examination
Embed tissue specimens according to established laboratory protocols
Cut tissue sections using microtomy techniques
Float and mount tissue sections onto glass slides
Perform staining procedures and special stains based on training and competency
Evaluate staining quality and recognize technical issues requiring correction
Receive, identify, log, and release tissue specimens according to laboratory procedures
Verify patient and specimen information for accuracy
Assist pathologists with gross examinations and specimen preparation as assigned
Assist with autopsy-related specimen preparation when needed
Prepare laboratory reagents and solutions according to established formulas and procedures
Maintain appropriate quantities of reagents and laboratory supplies
Catalogue, organize, and file pathology slides
Prepare specimens for outside consultation and process returned results
Perform routine maintenance on histology instruments and equipment
Document equipment maintenance and quality-assurance activities
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
Follow universal blood and body-fluid precautions and chemical safety procedures
Participate in laboratory quality-improvement initiatives
Assist with training students, laboratory assistants, and new employees as assigned
Maintain knowledge of current histology practices, techniques, and laboratory standards

Qualifications:

RequiredAssociate degree in a science-related field
Eligibility to meet applicable histotechnology education and certification requirements
Completion of, or ability to complete, a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program as requiredASCP Histotechnician certification, or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to specimen accuracy
Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection-control procedures
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to work effectively with pathologists, technologists, laboratory assistants, and other clinical personnel
Ability to work the assigned daytime schedule and rotating Saturday coverage
PreferredBachelor's degree in a science-related field
Current ASCP Histotechnician certification
Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Histotechnology program
One or more years of Histology Technician experience
Experience with tissue embedding and microtomy
Experience performing special stains
Previous hospital pathology or histology laboratory experience
Qualified new graduates may be considered.
Department Information
The Histology laboratory includes approximately:22 Histology Technicians7 Laboratory Assistants
Dedicated Histology testing and specimen preparation
The primary workload for this position consists of tissue cutting and embedding, with opportunities to perform special stains depending on experience and equipment competency.
Schedule Information
Approximately 20 hours per week
Five 8-hour shifts every two weeks
Day shift: 7:00 AM-3:30 PMApproximately one Saturday morning per month
When scheduled on Saturday, an available weekday off is provided during the same workweek
No routine on-call requirement
Holiday coverage is uncommon; when required, applicable premium pay may apply
Benefits & Incentives
Sign-on bonus options:$2,500 with a one-year commitment$5,000 with a two-year commitment$10,000 with a three-year commitment
Competitive hourly compensation$2.50 per hour weekend differential
Health and wellness benefits based on eligibility
Retirement savings programs
Paid time off based on employment status
Continuing-education and professional-development opportunities
Support toward required Histology certification
Career advancement opportunities within Laboratory and Pathology Services
If you are a Histology Technician-or a new graduate beginning your histology career-who takes pride in precision, specimen quality, and supporting accurate pathology diagnosis, we would love to hear from you.

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