Histology Technician

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at SOMC please log into UKG Pro to use the internal application process. Department: Pathology Shift/schedule: Part Time (16 hrs/wk) GENERAL SUMMARY Works under the supervision of the Pathology Manager. The Histology Technician's primary job function is to process specimens for Pathologic study. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: • High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required • Enrolled in, or completion of an Applied Science related Associate's Degree program required Licensure: • Histology Certification within 4 years from hire or MLT licensure by ASCP required Experience: • One or two years experience preferred. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 1. Collects and accessions Pathology specimens in Laboratory computer system. 2. Assists Pathologist with surgical specimens (frozen sections and gross surgical specimens). 3. Loads tissue processor with tissue samples at the end of each day. Selects proper program. 4. Embeds tissue specimens and orients samples as indicated by the Pathologist. 5. Coverslips slides for microscopic examination making sure that the slides are virtually free of air bubbles and excess glue. Makes sure that slides are labeled correctly. 6. Performs daily and weekly reagent changes on the tissue processor and slide stainer. 7. Performs special stains and immunohisto chemistry as assigned. 8. Keeps work area neat and clean. Does daily cleanup of all work stations. Checks stock and orders supplies. 9. Cuts tissue and prepares slides for staining. 10. Performs daily temperature checks and follows up if out of range. 11. Transports chemicals to flammable room as needed. 12. Performs clerical and computer tasks and procedures as required. Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission. Compensation & Benefits Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage* Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts* Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days Life insurance and disability coverage* Tuition and certification assistance Club LC - discounted/free gym membership Employee discount and payroll deduct programs And many other benefit offerings! *Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request. Thank you for your interest in Southern Ohio Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law.