**It's more than a career, it's a calling.** MO-SSM Health Schwitalla Hall **Worker Type:** Regular **Job Summary:** Performs general histological duties, under direct supervision, according to established procedures as well as preparation of histologic slides for microscopic examination and diagnosis by the pathologist. **Job Responsibilities and Requirements:** PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES + Collects, labels, processes and preserves tissue specimens according to established laboratory procedures. + Prepares sections of tissue for immediate examination, using frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount and stain specimens. + Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by the pathologist. + Performs embedding, cutting, and staining of tissues and pathology specimens received. + Performs basic histology special stains using manual or automated methods as appropriate. + Maintains equipment in histology as required. Performs calibration and troubleshooting on test systems and instruments. Cleans and maintains adequate laboratory supplies and work areas. + Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements. + Performs general histological duties as well as cytology specimen prep work. + May complete High Complexity Testing as outlined in 42 CFR 493.1489. + Analyzes and records data. Assists in the proficiency testing program in the lab. + Maintains competencies and continuing education to keep informed of new developments in field. + Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. + Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION + Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience and education EXPERIENCE + No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS + Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. + Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. + Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. + Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. + Frequent keyboard use/data entry. + Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. + Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. + Rare climbing. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin + Histotechnician (HT) (International Included)- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) **Work Shift:** Day Shift (United States of America) **Job Type:** Employee **Department:** 4916980235 Prfee PA-Pathology Histology **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Benefits:** SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. + **Paid Parental Leave** **:** we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). + **Flexible Payment Options:** our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. + **Upfront Tuition Coverage** : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits (https://jobs.ssmhealth.com/us/en/benefits) _SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,_ _pregnancy, veteran status_ **_,_** _or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. (https://www.ssmhealth.com/privacy-notices-terms-of-use/non-discrimination?\_ga=2.205881493.704955970.1667719643-240470506.1667719643)_