Histologic Technician

Extended Job Title

Histologic Technician

Position Description

This position is responsible for providing technical support in the histology laboratory. Employees in this position process, embed, cut, stain, and prepare tissue sides for pathologist to review for diagnostic evaluations.

Requisition ID

43161BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

$29.56

Major / Essential Functions

• Immediate specimen handling.
• Accuracy in specimen ID, cutting, staining, and coverslipping.
• Ensures daily / weekly cleaning, reagent change, and rotation is performed.
• Ability to test tissue for efficient decaling.
• Continuity of documenting for multiple technicians.
• Properly sections tissue in paraffin blocks.
• Orients sections properly on slides.
• Follows protocols for different tissue types.
• Embed tissue into paraffin blocks.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

$23.33

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Must be a Certified Histotechnician.

Department

Pathology Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https : / / app4.ttuhsc.edu / payplan .

Shift

Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent; four years of experience, of which 2 years are in a histology department having fixation, microtomy, processing, staining and gross room.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

HM

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

68K

Air Force Specialty Code

4T0X2

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Introduction

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About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

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Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.