Advanced Histopathology Technician — Frozen Sections Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Histopathology Technician to support the Anatomic Pathology laboratory. You will prepare tissue sections, perform frozen sections, embed specimens, and assist in autopsies as needed.

The role requires strong Histology skills and adherence to quality standards. Responsibilities include specimen processing, staining, and ensuring accurate documentation for external reviews.

Qualifications

• Requires US citizenship and English proficiency.
• Bachelor’s or higher with related science coursework, or two years of study with 24 sem hrs in Chemistry/biological sciences plus histopathology training.
• Equivalent education/experience combos accepted.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and process for testing in Histology.
• Embed tissue, section and stain slides for analysis.
• Perform frozen sections and assist in autopsies as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and maintain quality control records.
• Prepare for external reviews and maintain supplies.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality control

Technical oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or chemistry

2 years of study plus 12-month histopathology program

Associate degree in health care field

Tools

Cryostat microtome

Tissue embedding equipment

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Histopathology Technician to support the Anatomic Pathology laboratory. You will prepare tissue sections, perform frozen sections, embed specimens, and assist in autopsies as needed.

The role requires strong Histology skills and adherence to quality standards. Responsibilities include specimen processing, staining, and ensuring accurate documentation for external reviews.