Job Description
Job Description
Hourly Pay Range:
$28.47 - $42.71 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights: - Position: Histology Tech
- Location: Elmhurst Hospital 155 E. Brush Hill Road Elmhurst, IL.
- Per Diem- Various shifts, as needed
- Hours: Potentially every other Saturday and hours during the work week, as needed, (6am-2:30pm)
What you will do: - Conducting tissue specimen processing to incudes: receiving, accessioning, and preparing tissue specimens for histological examination, as well as embedding, sectioning, staining, and mounting on slides.
- Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of histological slides by adhering to strict quality control measures and protocols.
- Operating and maintain laboratory equipment, including microscopes and tissue processors. Examine slides to identify tissue abnormalities and cellular structures.
- Preforming various staining techniques, such as hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining, immunohistochemistry, and special stains, to enhance tissue visibility and aid in diagnosis.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of specimen processing, staining procedures, and quality control data. Document any discrepancies and take corrective actions as needed.
- Monitoring and restocking of laboratory supplies and reagents to ensure continuous workflow.
- Following safety protocols, including handling hazardous chemicals and biological materials, and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Collaborating with pathologists, laboratory staff, and healthcare providers to discuss findings, assist in diagnosis, and ensure timely reporting of results.
What you will need: - HT(ASCP), or HTL(ASCP) certification or eligible
- Experience in embedding and microtomy needed
- Special stains and immunochemistry experience preferred
Benefits: (For full time or part time positions): - Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking at designated locations
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit .
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
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Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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