ASCP Histotechnician — Tissue Prep & Stain Specialist

UNC Health Careers; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pardee UNC Health Care is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare tissue and cytology samples for microscopic evaluation by a pathologist. This per diem, onsite role supports the Core Lab Pardee with tissue processing, staining, and slide preparation.

Qualified applicants must be ASCP-registered (HT) and have at least 1 year of histology experience. The position involves handling specimens, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Registered histology technician (HT) with ASCP.
• One (1) year of experience working in a histology technician role.

Responsibilities

• Receives specimens, maintains traceability and clear recordkeeping. Ensures proper specimen identification and labeling.
• Prepares tissue samples to reveal specific structural details for microscopic examination by pathologist: orients and embeds samples in liquid wax; cuts tissue samples to appropriate thickness using microtome; mounts specimens on slides; stains tissues with Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E).
• Prepares cytological specimens to reveal specific cellular details for microscopic examination by pathologist. Centrifuges fluid samples to determine cellularity and select processing method. Prepares slide for staining and analysis.
• Corresponds with pathologist, performing additional specimen preparation and special stains as needed for further analysis.
• Stores and retrieves samples per regulatory agencies. Prepares stored tissue blocks and slides for disposal in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoots, documents and initiates corrective action for instrument malfunctions, monitors reagents and control slides and assists in maintaining supplies.
• Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment, applying infection control and standard precautions.

Job description

Pardee UNC Health Care is seeking a Histology Technician to prepare tissue and cytology samples for microscopic evaluation by a pathologist. This per diem, onsite role supports the Core Lab Pardee with tissue processing, staining, and slide preparation.

Qualified applicants must be ASCP-registered (HT) and have at least 1 year of histology experience. The position involves handling specimens, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in a hospital setting.