Histology Technician

Job TitlePrepare tissue samples for microscopic examination by performing routine procedures.Job DescriptionMichigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.Responsibilities include preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination by performing routine procedures, handling day-to-day tasks of preparing and staining tissue, with close attention to equipment and detail, performing gross examination of simple biopsies (if CAP/CLIA qualified), tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping, and frozen sectioning efficiently according to established policies, procedures, and protocols in a high-volume academic environment, maintaining accurate records of quality assurance and quality control, maintaining all laboratory equipment safely and efficiently, following established guidelines, performing specimen accessioning, including all manual and computerized data entry, being knowledgeable in general laboratory practices and programs, having professional and collegial communication skills necessary to work closely with peers in an academic teamwork environment, training new students/hires, having strong analytical and problem-solving skills, being able to maintain confidentiality, adapting quickly to change, and performing other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsIn order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.Education: Associate degree, vocational training, or a high school diploma with related work experience.Some histology laboratory experience.Knowledge of relevant aspects of Surgical Pathology (grossing if CLIA qualified).Histology laboratory experience required.Professional and collegial communication skills to work closely with peers in an academic teamwork environment.Ability to receive and adapt quickly to change.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, and fine motor skills with hands for long periods of time and the ability to lift 45 lbs.Why Join Michigan Medicine?Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.What Benefits can you Look Forward to?Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day2:1 Match on retirement savingsWork ScheduleThis full time, 40 hour position is on the night shift, M-F but may require rotating weekends, holidays and on-call with other staff.Additional InformationWorking ConditionsWorks with infectious disease and/or hazardous materials.May have exposure to noise from laboratory equipment.Union AffiliationThis position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.Background ScreeningMichigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University of Michigan