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LifePoint Health Histology Technician 8 PRN - Pathology in Marquette, Michigan
UP Health System - Marquette
Histology Technician 8 PRN, Pathology, Schedule As Needed
Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!
Where We Are: In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.
Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare And much more…
Position Summary:
Performs histology procedures.
Reports to: Supervisor
FLSA: Non-exempt
EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers □ 02 Professionals X 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers □ 09 Service Workers
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs procedures/ protocols in Cytology, Histology, and Pathology. Drag Edit Delete
Receives and assigns accession numbers to tissue and fluid specimens and logs them into the AP computer system. Drag Edit Delete
Processes curettings and routine TUR and bone marrow specimens. Reports any abnormal or suspicious appearing specimens. Drag Edit Delete
Prepares sections of body tissue specimens by fixation, decalcification, dehydration, and embedding for examination by a pathologist. Drag Edit Delete
Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner. Drag Edit Delete
Performs and monitors quality control, calibration, and corrective/ preventative maintenance on equipment, instruments, and tests. Drag Edit Delete
Participates in the evaluation of new techniques/ instruments/ equipment and in researching/ developing new procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Education 2 years of college Associate's degree (Preferred) Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Certifications: ASCP or equivalent registry
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EEOC Statement: UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Job: *Laboratory
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Title: Histology Technician 8 PRN - Pathology
Location: Michigan-Marquette
Requisition ID: 7467-9313