Histotechnician - UPMC Memorial

Experienced Histotechnician candidates are eligible to receive up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus!

Purpose of the Histotechnician:
Process and prepare various types of tissue samples using a variety of techniques in a clinical laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Process and prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for embedding, cutting, staining and cover slipping. Embed and cut specialized tissue based on location including minute biopsy protocols. Perform QC checks at each phase of processing/ staining. Ensure all tissues are embedded and cut according to department specific protocols with proper orientation and complete sections including no folds, chatter, artifacts or floaters. Accurately prepares slides for microtomy using the barcode label in order to maintain correct patient identification throughout the process. Demonstrates progression of skills towards working independently in an advanced staining area. Maintain instruments following quality control specifications and daily maintenance protocols. Supports academic mission of department. Perform ancillary or miscellaneous tasks such as filing, cleaning, and stocking supplies. Demonstrate complete knowledge of CoPath related to Histology workflow. Comply with all UPMC and departmental policies, procedures, and work practices.

• Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited HT program within the last 5 years
• OR an Associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry.
• 1 year of clinical histology laboratory experience post-training with certification
• OR 3 years experience working as Histology Lab Technician or equivalent title without certification.
  
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  
• American Society for Clinical Pathology
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran