Sr. Histology Technician, Pathology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Dec 30, 2024
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Works under general supervision to provide technical expertise, coordination, administrative support, and/or supervision in histology laboratory. This position will oversee and develop immunohistochemical staining procedures for the evaluation of neurodegenerative disease pathology in human autopsy brain bank specimens; evaluate tissue staining using qualitative and quantitative techniques; create tissue microarray blocks and slides from brain bank library of cases; create digital whole slide images of stained microscopic slides; record data in online databases and maintain online database of specimen inventory and evaluation status; select brain bank cases for research projects by collaborating investigators; work with faculty supervisor and other collaborators to develop machine learning algorithms to perform pattern analysis recognition of pathologic processes associated with neurodegeneration and aging; assist in the preparation and presentation of data at scientific meetings; assist in the preparation of research data for publication in peer-reviewed journals. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education High School Diploma or GED, successful completion of histology training program for Clinical Setting or Bachelor's Degree in Biology or other related field with 2 years of specific Electron Microscopy courses for a Research Setting or Associate's Degree in Biology or related field Experience 4 years of experience as Histology Technician or equivalent with High School Diploma 2 years of experience as Histology Technician or equivalent with Associate Degree Licenses and Certifications (HT) HISTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN Required for clinical setting (HT or HTL) by ASCP.OR Upon Hire JOB DUTIES Prepares special (e.g., livers, kidneys, etc.) histology preparations. Performs specialized histology and histochemical procedures, such as those for enzymes, polysaccharides, and immunoflourescents. Maintains laboratory inventories and quality control; constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment; troubleshoots equipment as necessary. Prepares teaching materials for use in instruction of medical students and resident physicians. Assists in operation and management of laboratory; determines work priorities and advises histology technicians of lower grade as to appropriate procedures and techniques to be followed. Participates in research and development, review of current literature, and revision of laboratory operation and methodology. May serve as bench instructor for histology training program. Collects and organizes research data for project reports. Provides working supervision for small group of histology technicians, students, and/or other supportive laboratory personnel of lower grade. Performs duties of Histology Technician as required. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!