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Entry Level Histotechnologist

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Pathology

Entry Level Histotechnologist (Healthcare Entry Professional)

Position #: 00845793 - Requisition #: 39188

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Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Histotechnician or Histotechnologist Certification (HT, HTL, ASCP), or eligible for certification. If eligible, but uncertified, certification must be obtained within 2 year of hire date.

A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Immunohistochemistry Certification (QIHC, ASCP).

• Experience using laboratory equipment such as complex machinery and staining systems.

• Experience calculating lab results and data using math and analytical skills.

• Experience with developing reports, spreadsheets and databases using Microsoft Office software.

• Experience entering data into an electronic information system.

• Experience purchasing and maintaining lab supplies.

• Experience cleaning and maintaining laboratories and lab equipment.

• Experience working within an educational medical lab environment.

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Anticipated Pay Range:

$60,222 to $76,602.

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Entry Level Histotechnologist - 39188 University Staff

The Department of Pathology is excited to recruit a full-time (1.0 FTE) entry-level Histotechnologist at the rank of Healthcare Entry Professional. The entry-level histotechnologist will process whole mount prostate, prostate mapping biopsies, and other types of specimens received in the Histology Subspeciality Laboratory. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to: Technical - 60%o Gross description and dissection of whole prostate specimens, prostate mapping biopsy specimens.o CMOCO only biopsy tissue samples.o Reprocessing of FFPI tissue samples for Electron Microscopy.o Paraffin Embedding of large format and biopsy tissue samples.o Microtomy sectioning of tissue samples.o Staining and cover slipping of tissue samples Administrative - 20%o Manual tracking of patient tissue samples.o Maintenance of supply inventory. Compliance and operational - 20%o Cleaning and organization of workstationso Disposal of biological waste.o Changing solutions in tissue processors.o Adherence to all operational maintenance requirements.

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning, and a balance of personal and professional values. In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine. We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fadvantage.cu.edu%2F) .

Bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship. Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. Outstanding customer service skills.Enroll in and maintain Histology Certification through ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. Curriculum vitae / Resume2. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressQuestions should be directed to: PathHR at PathHR@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=mailto%3APathHR%40cuanschutz.edu)

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by March 9. 2026 Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Total Compensation Calculator (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cu.edu%2Fnode%2F153125)

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=mailto%3Ahr.adacoordinator%40cuanschutz.edu) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fvaccines%2Fschedules%2Fdownloads%2Fadult%2Fadult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch.cuanschutz.edu%2Fehs%2Fhome%2Fdivisions%2Foccupational-health%2Foh-enrollment) .Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Health Care : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20112 - SOM-Pathology : Full-time : Mar 2, 2026 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: PathHR Posting Contact Email: PathHR@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6969543&targetURL=mailto%3APathHR%40cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00845793 jeid-59ec289398ba6b4d8ab564904a654a8a

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.