Histotechnologist/Histotechnician

Join Our Team at UPMC as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist!

UPMC is seeking a dedicated Histotechnician or Histotechnologist to join our dynamic Histology Lab team. This full-time position is perfect for someone passionate about contributing to life-changing medicine in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Position Details:

• Shift: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Location: Clinical Lab Building in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh, near UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

In our Histology Lab, you will work alongside a supportive, collaborative team, where youll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a positive work environment. We are committed to fostering growth, engagement, and recognizing contributions, providing you with the tools to advance in your career.

• Applicants will be placed in the appropriate role (Histotechnician or Histotechnologist) and salary level based on experience and education.
• The Histotechnician role starts at $24.36 per hour .

If you're ready to be part of a team that thrives on excellence and collaboration, apply today to join UPMC and help shape the future of medicine!

Were excited to offer sign-on bonuses for qualified Histo Techs who join our team:

$15,000 for those with 01 year of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment

$20,000 for those with 1+ years of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment

Plus, earn an additional $10,000 upon completion of your third year of employment .

Sign-on bonuses are also available for part-time positions and will be prorated based on commitment.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates progression of skills towards working independently in an advanced staining area.
• Supports academic mission of department.
• Demonstrate complete knowledge of CoPath related to Histology workflow.
• Maintain instruments following quality control specifications and daily maintenance protocols.
• Perform ancillary or miscellaneous tasks such as filing, cleaning, stocking supplies.
• Perform QC checks at each phase of processing/ staining
• Accurately prepares slides for microtomy using the barcode label in order to maintain correct patient identification throughout the process.
• Process and prepare surgical and autopsy tissue specimens for embedding, cutting, staining and coverslipping. Embed and cut specialized tissue based on location including minute biopsy protocols.
• Ensures all tissues are embedded and cut according to department specific protocols with proper orientation and complete sections including no folds, chatter, artifacts or floaters.