HISTOTECHNICIAN I - BJH

Histotechnician I Location: Barnes‑Jewish Hospital, Washington University Medical Center, St. Louis, MO Schedule Day (7am‑3:30pm), Evening (3pm‑11:30pm), Night (11pm‑7:30am) shift available. Days: M‑F, rotating weekends. Role Purpose Responsible for providing a variety of basic routine and special tests and procedures on tissue and related surgical specimens submitted for histological examination to aid in the confirmation of patient diagnosis. Analyzes and records data, performs instrument maintenance and utilizes established protocols. Responsibilities Tasks limited to microtomy, embedding, staining. Performs and documents quality controls for all equipment and troubleshoots malfunctioning instrumentation as necessary. Understands maintenance, troubleshooting and operation of all instrumentation in assigned areas. Performs technical skills to embed, cut and stain tissue from a variety of body sites. Knowledge of neuropathology, pediatrics and subspecialized anatomic pathology. With guidance may provide slides, tissue sections and ribbons for a variety of research and clinical trial protocols. Prepare slides for whole slide digital imaging during frozen section procedures. BJC has determined this is a safety‑sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. No supervisor experience. Preferred Requirements: Associate's Degree. Histology experience strongly preferred. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date. Disability insurance* paid for by BJC. Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution. 401(k) plan with BJC match. Tuition Assistance available on first day. BJC Institute for Learning and Development. Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time. Adoption assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr