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At M Health Fairview our histology technicians work as part of a diverse team to produce high quality slides for microscopic evaluation. Our team members rotate through a variety of responsibilities including embedding, microtomy, routine hematoxylin and eosin staining, special stains, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, and whole slide imaging. We serve a diverse patient population including pediatric and transplant patients and work with a variety of tissue types including kidney, liver, prostate, and G.I. biopsies, bone marrows, cell blocks, dermatology specimens, and routine surgical cases. We encourage our team members' continued growth and development by offering opportunities for involvement in ongoing assignments and process improvement work.

Histotechnologist:

The Histotechnologist (HTL) functions independently in performing a wide variety of complex diagnostic and therapeutic testing, and acts as a resource for problem resolution and interpretation of results. The HTL correlates data based on clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and other conditions affecting test results. The HTL collaborates with the customers of the laboratory to promote customer satisfaction. The HTL writes procedures and participates in laboratory performance improvement and quality assurance activities.

The minimum pay rate for Histotechnologist is $30.11 per hour.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus!

Histology Technician:

The Histology Technician plays an important role in providing quality, proficient and professional laboratory services to diverse populations within an integrated healthcare environment. The Histology Technician performs the work necessary for the production of microscopic preparations used for high complexity testing, performs routine and specialty procedures, correlates data-based knowledge of technical and instrumental conditions affecting preparation results and performs quality control procedures within established parameters. This position also may be involved in assisting pathology staff in specimen collection, safe and secure specimen handling, ensuring efficient workflow as appropriate. The HT works independently under general supervision.

The minimum pay rate for Histology Technician is $26.02 per hour.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus!

About Fairview Health Services

Fairview is driving a healthier future. We are 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other. We have partnered with the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians to form M Health Fairview. Driven by our values and empowered through this unique collaboration, our employees have a passion for delivering the best healthcare and patient experience to serve our communities. From our 10 hospitals and more than 40 clinics, to our shared business and clinical services, we are one of the most geographically accessible healthcare systems in Minnesota.

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