Histologist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Day (United States of America)Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

General Summary: 

Performs anatomic laboratory procedures of a routine and specialized nature, including histology, cytology, and immunohistochemistry.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs anatomic pathology laboratory procedures and policies in the performance of routine and specialized tests.  Identifies the source and nature of test problems and makes appropriate recommendations as to the course of action.
• Performs specimen accessioning, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, frozen section techniques, special stains, and immunohistochemistry staining techniques.
• Applies the scientific method in problem solving and assists in the evaluation of new methods and techniques.  Assures that quality control criteria are met and adheres to established laboratory policies in handling hazardous substances.
• Records necessary documentation to comply with various agency and hospital regulations.  Performs required instrument maintenance at the prescribed time and logs appropriately.  Performs minor troubleshooting on instrumentation.
• Instructs and trains rotating residents, students, physicians, and new anatomic pathology laboratory staff members in laboratory testing procedures as needed.
• Assures a clean work area and technical clean-up at the end of each shift.  Assists in maintaining sufficient supplies at each workstation.
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with a customer service focus of innovation, service excellence, and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers, and others.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification:
  • HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification, or eligibility for certification, and/or possession of other acceptable certificates or licenses.
  • Education: Associate degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.
  • Certification must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

OR

• Education Alternative:
  • Completion of at least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of academic credit from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university, including a minimum of 12 semester hours in chemistry and/or biology.

• Demonstrated experience in routine tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, frozen section techniques, special stains, and immunohistochemistry staining techniques.
• Computer skills desirable.

Relocation or Visa is not supported for this position.

Education

Associate's Degree: Medical Technology (Required)(HT-ASCP) - Histotechnician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification

Pay Range

$28.50-$46.60 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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