Building Location:Building B - St Marys Medical CenterDepartment:12034 Pathology - ILJob Description:Are you passionate about contributing to groundbreaking medical research and patient care? Essentia Health - St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a skilled Histotechnician to join our dynamic laboratory team in beautiful Duluth, MN. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advancing healthcare and improving lives.Why Join Us?· Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly influence patient diagnosis and treatment.· Supportive Environment: We foster a collaborative culture where every team member is valued.· Stunning Location: Enjoy the natural beauty of Duluth, MN with access to outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and a vibrant community.Our benefits include: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Retirement Savings with Employer Match• Flexible Spending Account• Employee Assistance Program• Paid Time OffKey Responsibilities:•Processes and prepare pathology and cytology specimens, as defined by CLIA, for pathologist and cytotechnologist interpretation. •Perform routine and special staining procedures, IHC and ISH, Mohs and routine frozen sections as required in the diagnosis, treatment and management of pathologic conditions on patients of all ages. •Problem solving skills, participation in Quality Assurance, Quality Control monitoring, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting are required.Education Qualifications:Starting Pay (based on experience): $29.23 - $42.98 Educational Requirements:Graduate of NAACLS accredited Histotechnician programORSuccessful completion of 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND one year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last 5 yearsORAn associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), AND 1 year full time acceptable experience in a histopathology (clinical, veterinary, industry or research) laboratory in the U.S., Canada or an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.Licensure/Certification Qualifications:Certification/Licensure Requirements:ASCP Certification as Histotechnician (HT) or equivalentFTE:0Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Day/Evening RotationShift End Time:Day/Evening RotationWeekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)Union Posting Deadline:12/18/2024