Lab Assistant Specimen Processor Jobs in Westby, WI

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Emplify Health by Gundersen is looking to add a fulltime Histology Assistant to our lab team. This is a great opportunity to learn and grow in your lab career.

What You'll Do:

As a Histology Assistant you will perform routine histology procedures including accessioning, fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, and cover slipping. You will assist the physician or PA during the bone marrow procedures, make and stain the slides, and prepare the slides for examination by the physician. Primary responsibilities include:

• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of all tissue samples. Process paperwork associated with accessioning and reporting. Resolve specimen identification and/or requisition problems and clarifies request.

• Cuts quality tissue sections with proper thickness as determined by tissue type and places properly on glass slides.

• Embeds tissue into paraffin blocks.

• Maintains a filing system for paraffin tissue blocks, slides and wet tissue.

• Assists with bone marrow procedure, makes and stain the slides and prepares the slides for examination by the physician.

• Files and store tissue blocks and slides.

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning equipment.

What's Available:

• Fulltime - 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE)

• 8hr day shifts starting at 0700, 0730, or 0800. No weekends, holidays or night call

• Starting pay of $19.86 per hour and up, based on your years of experience

What You'll Need:

• Associate degree in a related field or High School Diploma + 60 semester hours of academic credit from a regionally accredited college/university with a combination of 12 semester hours in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both)

• 1 year of prior experience in a histology lab is highly desired

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures, specimen processing, and analysis

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues

What You'll Get:

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States

• A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

• A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

• Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution

• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center

• Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients. If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you.

About Us:

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest's most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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