What are the responsibilities and job description for the Histology Trainee (On the Job) position at UPMC?
UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Histology Trainee to join the Histology Lab team! This is an opportunity for on-the-job training, leading to an exciting career in the clinical histology lab! If you have a science-related educational background and are interested in a meaningful career in the medical lab field - this may be the perfect fit for you! As a Trainee, you will be working daylight hours with variable start times (5 a.m. to 7 a.m.).
This is a one-year training program to learn and develop independent skills to become a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist. Learn to perform all job duties of a Histotechnician/Histotechnologist, with the assistance of training resources and in-lab support. Upon the completion of the training year, the Histology Trainee is eligible to sit for the ASCP board certification exam and is eligible for the histology career ladder pathway.
The Histology Lab is a high-volume, fast-paced facility where you will have the opportunity to make an impact on life-changing medicine. This lab offers an encouraging and positive work environment, a collaborative team that works closely together, and opportunities for engagement, growth, and recognition.
Responsibilities:
- Become familiar with the mission, vision and values of UPMC. Develop an understanding of the Laboratory Service Center organization and align with its mission and goals.
- Develop a working understanding of histology laboratory operations by progressively training in all areas of the laboratory throughout the course of the training program.
- Commit to a year-long training program, focusing on and developing proficiency in embedding, microtomy, general routine slide handling, special stain slide handling, and immunohistochemistry.
- Commit to self-study and utilization of ample educational resources in preparation for ASCP certification as a Histotechnician or Histotechnologist. Achieving ASCP certification following the training year is strongly recommended as it is required for career ladder advancement.
Salary : $20
