Histology Technician

UP Health System Marquette- Pathology 

Histology Technician 

1.0 FTE, varied shifts, on call and weekend rotation required

This is a MAST union position 

This position has a $7,500 sign on bonus for external eligible candidates

Your experience matters 

UP Health System Marquette is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Histology Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute 

A Histology Technician who excels in this role:

• Performs procedures/ protocols in Cytology, Histology, and Pathology.

• Receives and assigns accession numbers to tissue and fluid specimens and logs them into the AP computer system.

• Processes curetting’s and routine TUR and bone marrow specimens. Reports any abnormal or suspicious appearing specimens.

• Prepares sections of body tissue specimens by fixation, decalcification, dehydration, and embedding for examination by a pathologist.

• Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner.

• Performs and monitors quality control, calibration, and corrective/ preventative maintenance on equipment, instruments, and tests.

• Participates in the evaluation of new techniques/ instruments/ equipment and in researching/ developing new
  procedures.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for 

• Associate’s degree

• ASCP or Equivalent Registry

More about UP Health System Marquette: 

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy! 

Where We Are: 

In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

EEOC Statement

“UP Health System Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”