Histotechnologist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Our Anatomic Pathology Department has a full time opportunity for a Histotechnologist to join our team! The selected candidate will be proficient in all areas of routine histologic prep, including paraffin embedding, microtomy, routine and special staining. Proficient in surgical pathology/gross room activities including accessioning, surgical specimen handling and processing, frozen section technique. Autopsy skills desirable but not required.

Performs both routine and complex histologic techniques such as enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization, and immunofluorescence on tissue samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist to diagnose disease. Knowledgeable in the areas of pathology, management, education, and regulations that impact the field of hist technology; acts as a technical resource for the department.

Located in Phoenix, AZ, this position is critical to the success of St. Joseph’s Hospital Medical Center and requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Dignity Health.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection:
  Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Pension Plan
• Matching Retirement Programs
• Education Benefit program available to eligible employees after 180 days

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program
• Bachelor’s Degree and one year full‑time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last 5 years including fixation, embedding, microtomy, processing and staining, and successful completion of an accredited Histotechnology program

Preferred:

• Histotechnologist (HTL)

$29.44 - $43.79 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.