Sanford Health·Fargo, North Dakota
Provide technical assistance in histology and clinical laboratories, including preparing tissues for examination and processing biological specimens. Responsibilities also include equipment maintenance, stocking supplies, and onboarding new employees.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$22.50 - $36.00
Have you been looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact on patients while delivering exceptional care? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We provide on‑the‑job phlebotomy training and offer excellent opportunities to grow your career with us.
Overnight Shift – Varies start times 10: 30pm-7:00am or 11:00pm-7:30am
Provide technical assistance in the laboratories.
Performs laboratory duties to assist technologists, technicians, pathologists’ assistants and/or pathologists.
Handles related equipment including maintenance; cleans work area and stocks supplies.
As needed, will assist in reference lab work including packaging, mailing, tracking, and report filing.
Expected to train and onboard new employees.
Pathology Technicians within the Histology/Gross Laboratory will assist in obtaining biological samples for study and prepares tissues for processing and examination under the direction and supervision of pathologists.
May perform complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis.
Within the Clinical Laboratory setting, responsibilities include collecting, preparing and processing specimens.
Assists in performing laboratory activities and other assigned tasks.
Aids in preparing laboratory specimens and supplies.
May be responsible for entering laboratory orders and results.
Ensures the accuracy and quality of laboratory data in a safe and professional work environment.
May be required to perform waived tests and/or phlebotomy.
Bachelor’s degree in biology or other related field that includes 30 combined semester hours of biological science and chemistry.
One year previous laboratory experience preferred.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field with at least 30 semester hours of biological science and chemistry. One year of previous laboratory experience is preferred.
Market context
In North Dakota, evening pathology technician openings are often tied to hospital and laboratory coverage needs, so candidates with a biology-related bachelor’s degree and prior lab exposure can stand out. These roles can be competitive because employers may value both technical accuracy and flexibility for evening shifts, along with added training such as on-the-job phlebotomy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your coursework and lab experience match the posting before applying.
