Senior Histology Technician - Surgical Pathology

Work Schedule: 

This is a full-time, FTE 1.0, 1st shift position. Monday - Friday, day hours as needed by lab. 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

Help bridge the gap between a tissue sample being taken and a diagnosis being made by a pathologist.

We are seeking a Senior Histo Technician (HT or HTL)- Surgical Pathology to: 

• Provide daily direction to laboratory staff with regard to laboratory policies and procedures and serve as the dedicated resource for procedures, equipment and education.
• Serve as a comprehensive provider of laboratory testing, expert medical interpretation of specimens and innovation in laboratory technology
• Develop and maintain teaching / training materials.
• Coordinate work-flow throughout the Laboratory to ensure quality results are reported in a clinically useful time frame.

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 – Two years histology or relevant laboratory experience

Preferred – Three years histology or relevant 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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