Clinical Histology Technician - Histology (Main Lab) - Tues-Sat 9am - 6pm

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Histology Technician to join their team. In this vital role, you will prepare histology materials, assist with specimen processing, and maintain high-quality laboratory standards. The position requires a high school diploma and relevant experience in histopathology, with opportunities for growth and development in a supportive environment. This is a full-time, onsite position that offers competitive salary and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about laboratory science and patient care.

Benefits

Referral Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a Histology Technician or 1 year with an Associate's degree.
• Completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program.

Responsibilities

• Prepares histology materials and performs laboratory duties.
• Assists with specimen processing and maintains laboratory equipment.

Skills

Histology Techniques

Laboratory Safety Procedures

Specimen Processing

Laboratory Informatics

Quality Assurance

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Histotechnology

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Reagents and Solutions Preparation

Job description

KEY FUNCTIONS

· Prepares histology materials using established departmental procedures and demonstrating high quality technical skills.

· Performs all laboratory duties following established safety guidelines.

· Assists with all aspects of specimen processing including sorting, identifying, accessioning and labeling specimens blocks and slides.

· Uses laboratory informatics system to document workflow, track and identify specimens.

· Inventories laboratory supplies and prepares reagents and solutions.

· Maintains and cleans laboratory equipment.

· Review patient material as part of section quality assurance and participates in laboratory quality control processes.

· Evaluates new equipment, procedures and techniques and participates in implementation.

· Assists in training new laboratory personnel.

· Other duties as required

High school diploma or equivalent. With required education, three years of Histology Technician experience. With Associate's degree, one year experience in histopathology within the last ten years under the supervision of a pathologist (certified by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic Pathology, or eligible) or an appropriately certified medical scientist. With successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Histotechnician program, no experience is required. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 174777
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
• Science Jobs: No

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