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Histology Technologist (IHC Histotechnologist) - UI Health, Labs/Pathology Services

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 25, 2026
Histology Technologist (IHC Histotechnologist) - UI Health, Labs/Pathology Services Histology Technologist (IHC Histotechnologist) - UI Health, Labs/Pathology Services Hiring Department: Labs/Pathology Svcs Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040388 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: 9:30AM - 6:00PM, Monday - Friday, rotating weekends Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: March 31, 2026 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $38.16 - 59.02 / Hourly Wage About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The Histology Technologist performs a wide variety of standard histological procedures including processing, embedding, sectioning, staining to include H&E, special staining, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence, cover slipping and labeling of tissues resulting from surgery and/or autopsy. The histologist is responsible for maintaining laboratory procedures, quality control and safety manuals in accordance with JCAHO and CAP guidelines. Duties & Responsibilities: Process, embed, and make sections of surgical and autopsy tissue submitted for microscopic examination. Cut and stain frozen sections for rapid diagnosis. Section paraffin blocks as per procedure. Perform routine H&E staining as well as implement new and established stains. Examine all slides produced using a microscope and submit only those slides which are of high quality. Prepare and maintain tissue fixatives and paraffins for tissue embedding, maintain reagents and solutions for staining of tissue sections. Maintain and make minor adjustments and repairs to laboratory equipment such as microtomes, embedding machines and tissue processors. Maintain records of tissue preparations and quality control, including archiving slides and blocks. Assist in the instruction of students, laboratory personnel and residents in the principles and techniques of histologic procedures. Maintain a neat, orderly and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelines of OHSA's Blood borne Pathogens Control Act. Participates in the training, education, and observation of medical students, new hires, residents, and clinical rotation students. Perform basic tracking, look-up, and billing functions of blocks and slides through the middleware and IS systems. Use information systems down time procedures when appropriate. Review blocks and slides, using technical and scientific knowledge to recognize and verify validity and clinical relevance; consult with supervisor prior to the release of blocks/slides if unusual or unanticipated; follow laboratory SOP's for block/slide preparation. Perform established quality assurance procedures such as quality control testing, instrument function checks, periodic maintenance, and maintain appropriate records for these procedures. Participate in CAP proficiency testing, participate in data collection and monitoring of quality assurance monitors as determined by department and section policy. Maintain a neat, orderly and safe working environment in the laboratory while adhering to all guidelines of OHSA's Blood borne Pathogens Control Act. Interact with physicians, patients, staff, visitors and all customers via telephone conversations and in person in a pleasant and helpful manner. Perform other duties as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: American Society of Clinical Pathologists registered histologic technician HT (ASCP) or histotechnologist HTL (ASCP) OR Bachelor's Degree in science such as microbiology, biology, chemistry, or a closely related field plus one year of clinical histology experience OR Two years (24 months) of responsible work experience and/or on-the-job training in histologic techniques in a laboratory facility which include performing qualitative and quantitative exams such as trimming, processing and embedding tissues, examining histochemical and immunohistochemical slides, and/or cutting and staining frozen sections. ¹ ¹ In order to provide consistency in evaluating experience components, it is recommended that the analysis and verification of an applicant's experience be accomplished through the cooperative efforts of the human resource office and an experienced professional in the appropriate field. Such evaluation should be conducted in a professional, confidential manner that will preserve the integrity of the employment process. Preferred Qualifications: Expert skills in the areas of paraffin histo-technique, special staining and immunologic staining Expert skills in the maintenance of laboratory equipment such as, but not limited to: 1) microtome, 2 automatic microtome, 3) tissue processors, 4) microwave processor, and 5) automated stainers. Knowledge of record keeping procedures to satisfy CAP and other accreditation inspection requirements Should be familiar with and maintain compliance with the College of American Pathologists accreditation and CLIA 88 requirements for histology and the general laboratory. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19378?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-bc441b3979f4fb42805484e159280648