Senior Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology
full-time•Madison
About this role
Work Schedule:
100% FTE, day shift. Monday – Friday 4:00AM – 12:00PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay:
- This position may be eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus.
- Additional components of compensation may include:
- Evening and night shift differential
- Weekend differential
- On-call pay
Be part of something remarkable
Play an essential role in the quality and safety of patient care, performing a wide range of procedures that assist our providers with the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients and their health needs.
We are seeking a Senior Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology to:
- Provide daily direction to laboratory staff with regard to laboratory policies and procedures and serve as the dedicated resource for procedures, equipment and education.
- Serve as a comprehensive provider of laboratory testing, expert medical interpretation of specimens and innovation in laboratory technology
- Develop and maintain teaching / training materials.
- Coordinate work-flow throughout the laboratory to ensure quality results are reported in a clinically useful time frame.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology OR Education and training equivalent to an associate degree to include:
Education: 60 semester hours including either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses Required - Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science Preferred
Work Experience
- 2 years histology or relevant laboratory experience Required
- 3 years histology or relevant laboratory experience Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Histotechnician / Histotechnologist (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or equivalent Preferred
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
Other facts
Tech stack
Histology,Laboratory Procedures,Medical Interpretation,Laboratory Technology,Teaching,Training,Quality Assurance,Workflow Coordination
About UW Health
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 471-bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.
Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Website: http://www.uwhealth.org
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
What you'll do
- The Senior Histology Technician will provide daily direction to laboratory staff and serve as a resource for procedures and education. They will also coordinate workflow to ensure timely reporting of quality results.
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What does a Senior Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology do at UW Health?
As a Senior Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology at UW Health, you will: the Senior Histology Technician will provide daily direction to laboratory staff and serve as a resource for procedures and education. They will also coordinate workflow to ensure timely reporting of quality results..
Why join UW Health as a Senior Histology Technician – Surgical Pathology?
UW Health is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.
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