Histology Technician

Job Description Histology Technician  (260233)
We are currently seeking a
** Histology Technician
** to join our team. This full time role will work days (on-site), including every 6th weekend (off Monday and works Saturday).
** Purpose of this position:
** Under direct supervision, performs histology testing of moderate to complex difficulty and/or grossing of routine, simple surgical tissue samples.  Uses specialized equipment and processes following established procedures.  Demonstrate patient and family centered care behaviors.
** RESPONSIBILITIES:
*** Completion of a Laboratory Histology Technician training program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)-OR
- * Experience as an Electron Microscopy Technician-OR
- * An approved equivalent combination of education and experience
**
* Preferred Qualifications:

**** One year of experience
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to work independently and self-motivated
* Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
*** Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
**** Customer service skills
* Detail oriented
* Ability to read and follow written instructions
*** License/

Certifications:

***** For Histology and Grossing Technician:
*** Certified or eligible as a Histology Technician (ASCP) or Histology Technologist (ASCP)
* As a condition of employment, those hired as “or eligible” must take the first available examination after their date of hire and must pass one of these certifying exams within three consecutive administrations of the exam within a 12-month period
*
* QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing
** Equal Employment Opportunities
** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
*
* Please Note:

** Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical;
Dental;
Vision;
Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance;
Retirement Funds;
Paid Time Off;
Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available
** ONLY
* * for benefit eligible positions)*.
* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary

Location:

MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Eligible for Benefits:
Yes
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