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Summa Health System

Histology Technologist I

Akron, OH · On-site

$27.49 - $32.99/hr

High School Diploma with completion of Histology Trainee Program. d. Registry certification or eligible at technician level preferred. 2. Experience & Training Required: a. One (1) year previous ...

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Histology Technologist I

Histology Technologist I

Summa Health System

Akron, OH • On-site

$27.49 - $32.99/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

Histology Technologist I
Full-time / 40 hours per week / 1st shift
Akron City campus
Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.
Summary:
Performs standard and specialized laboratory procedures in preparation of tissue, biological materials, and body fluids for microscopic examination by staff pathologists.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Formal Education Required:
a. High School Diploma with 2 years' work experience in a laboratory setting.
OR
b. Associates of Science degree with 1 year work experience in a laboratory setting
OR
c. High School Diploma with completion of Histology Trainee Program.
d. Registry certification or eligible at technician level preferred.
2. Experience & Training Required:
a. One (1) year previous experience as a Histology Technologist preferred.
b. A minimum of 12 continuing education credits are required to be completed each calendar year for continued employment
3. Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
a. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow detailed laboratory procedures and instructions
b. Manual dexterity sufficient to perform delicate precise dissection procedures, operate cutting instrumentation (microtome), fixing and staining equipment, mix and prepare stains and solutions, and perform preventive and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
c. Skill in use of computers or ability to acquire such skills to operate application packages used by department
d. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity
4. Level of Physical Demands:
a. Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
$27.49/hr - $32.99/hr
The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.
Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.
  • Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Supplemental Life and AD&D
  • Dependent Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare and Dependent Care
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Education Assistance
  • Daily Pay

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