Truman Medical Centers, a two-hospital, 600-bed, not-for-profit healthcare system, is the largest and most comprehensive safety net healthcare provider in Jackson County and Kansas City, Mo. TMC serves as the pri­mary teaching hospital for the University of Missouri-Kansas City Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry and Pharmacy.

Our Hospital Hill campus is located in the UMKC Health Sciences District: a premier academic health district engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. Recognized as a critical area resource for advanced specialized healthcare, TMC is constantly working to deliver the best pos­sible medical care for our patients. Quality, innovation, team­work and attention to detail are at the heart of all we do. TMC’s tagline is: “Better. For Everyone.” It is a simple state­ment, but it has profound significance. It is what we stand for, it is the focus of our work, and it is our promise to our patients. 

Performs embedding, staining, sectioning and cover slipping of histologic specimens.  Provides care for patients under the direction of the physician/physician assistant in the clinic setting.  Works with patients to collect and record important health information/data.  Incorporates patient education tools, as appropriate.  Works as a part of the physician and nursing team including front desk and back office duties.

Required Skills

Minimum Requirements

1. Associate degree in a Science.
2. Documented laboratory training in MOHS lab preferred, but may consider on the job training.
3. Must have and maintain BLS.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
6. Ability to perform POCT and injections.
7. Ability to work independently, prioritize and problem solve.
8. Excellent organizational skills.
9. Considerable ability to provide superior customer service skills.
10. Proficient in Microsoft applications and basic computer skills.

Preferred Requirements

1. Bachelors degree in a Science
2. Histotechnologist certification preferred
3. Eligible to obtain ASCP and ASMS certification within 1 year.

Required Experience

Minimum Requirements

1. Associate degree in a Science.
2. Documented laboratory training in MOHS lab preferred, but may consider on the job training.
3. Must have and maintain BLS.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
6. Ability to perform POCT and injections.
7. Ability to work independently, prioritize and problem solve.
8. Excellent organizational skills.
9. Considerable ability to provide superior customer service skills.
10. Proficient in Microsoft applications and basic computer skills.

Preferred Requirements

1. Bachelors degree in a Science
2. Histotechnologist certification preferred
3. Eligible to obtain ASCP and ASMS certification within 1 year.