Entry Level Histotechnologist

Job Summary The Department of Pathology is excited to recruit a full-time (1.0FTE) entry-level Histotechnologist at the rank of Healthcare Entry Professional. The entry-level histotechnologist will process wholemount prostate, prostate mapping biopsies, and other types of specimens received in the Histology Subspeciality Laboratory. Key Responsibilities Gross description and dissection of whole prostate specimens and prostate mapping biopsy specimens. CMOCO only biopsy tissue samples. Reprocessing of FFPI tissue samples for Electron Microscopy. Paraffin Embedding of large format and biopsy tissue samples. Microtomy sectioning of tissue samples. Staining and cover slipping of tissue samples. Manual tracking of patient tissue samples. Maintenance of supply inventory. Cleaning and organization of workstations. Disposal of biological waste. Changing solutions in tissue processors. Adherence to all operational maintenance requirements. Work Location Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Benefits Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Multiple plan options. Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision. Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay. Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year. Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours). Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual). Holiday Days: 15/year. Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses. ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification (HT, HTL, ASCP), or eligible for certification. If eligible but uncertified, certification must be obtained within 2 years of hire date. Preferred Qualifications Immunohistochemistry Certification (QIHC, ASCP). Experience using laboratory equipment such as complex machinery and staining systems. Experience calculating lab results and data using math and analytical skills. Experience with developing reports, spreadsheets and databases using Microsoft Office software. Experience entering data into an electronic information system. Experience purchasing and maintaining lab supplies. Experience cleaning and maintaining laboratories and lab equipment. Experience working within an educational medical lab environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. Outstanding customer service skills. Conditions of Employment Enroll in and maintain Histology Certification through ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. ADA Statement The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io. Background Check Statement The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. Vaccination Statement CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program. #J-18808-Ljbffr