Histology Technician

Job Summary:

Under general supervision and following established procedures, receives and prepares surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for microscopic and pathological examination. Performs standard histological procedures, including embedding, sectioning, staining, cover slipping, labeling, and other tasks. Assists pathologists with gross dissection of tissue specimens and prepares chemical reagents and solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Receives, logs, and performs standard histological procedures on routine surgical and autopsy tissue specimens.
• Performs advanced histotechniques in immunohistochemistry and electron microscopy.
• Assists pathologists with gross dissection of tissue specimens and prepares chemical reagents and solutions.
• Files and retrieves slides, paraffin blocks, and surgical pathology reports.
• Operates and maintains all laboratory equipment, including performing quality control and preventive maintenance.
• Participates in training other laboratory personnel and development of new procedures and research projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma plus two years histotechnology training, or an Associate of Science degree or equivalent college credit hours in science plus one year histotechnology training, or a certificate from an accredited school of histotechnology.
• Must be registered as HTL (Histotechnologist), HT (Histotechnician), or registry eligible through the ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists).

About the Detroit Medical Center:

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is a leading academically-integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, providing high-quality patient care and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. Our commitment to patient care and improving patient outcomes is part of everything we do.

Benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Discount program
• Sign-On bonus