Histology Technician at Ascension in Evansville, IN

Build a rewarding laboratory career within a supportive team environment dedicated to diagnostic excellence and quality care. In this role, you will perform tissue microtomy, execute special stains and maintain laboratory instruments to guide care.

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Evansville
• Department/Specialty: Lab Cytology
• Schedule: Full Time | Day Shift Mon-Fri

Responsibilities

• Prepare Precise Diagnostic Specimens: Perform expert embedding, microtomy (sectioning), and staining of biological tissue to provide high-quality slides that enable pathologists to deliver accurate, timely diagnoses.
• Master Specialized Staining Procedures: Execute routine and advanced special stains using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment to help uncover complex disease markers and guide personalized treatment plans.
• Maintain Quality and Data Integrity: Accurately log patient data, document testing metrics, and maintain laboratory instrumentation to guarantee seamless laboratory operations and patient records.
• Champion Laboratory Safety and Standards: Manage, handle, and dispose of reagents and chemicals strictly following established safety protocols to ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Histological Tech credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• Associates degree with Histotechnologist ASCP certification

About the Team

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

About the Company

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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