Histo Technician II (ASCP Certified)

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage

$10k student loan repayment

Shift differentials

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Subsidized parking

Access to a credit union

Employee disaster relief support

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a full-time Histology Technician II for Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital in Houston, Texas. The role involves participating in laboratory operations, focusing on processing and preparing patient tissue samples to support pathology services. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree from a NAACLS-accredited program, ASCP Certification (HT), and at least 3 years of experience in histology. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage from day one and generous retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of histology experience.
• ASCP Certification (HT) required.
• Above average verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills for reports.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and laboratory best practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in day-to-day operations focusing on histology specimen processing.
• Process and prepare patient tissue samples ensuring accuracy and quality.

Skills

Communication skills (verbal and written)

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Education

Associate’s Degree from a NAACLS-accredited Histology program

Tools

Microtome

Embedding center and processor

Special stainers and IHC platforms

Cryostat and H&E stainer

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Hiring Post: Histology Technician II – LBJ Hospital

Compensation: $28.97 to $36.93/hour

Career Area: Laboratory
Location: Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital, Houston, TX 77026
Position Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 179525

Benefits

• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage
• $10k student loan repayment
• Shift differentials (Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Subsidized parking
• Access to a credit union
• Employee disaster relief support
• Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment)

About the Position

Harris Health System is seeking a Histology Technician II to join the laboratory team at Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital. In this role, you will participate in the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, focusing on histology specimen processing.

You will process and prepare patient tissue samples using established procedures and technical expertise, ensuring accuracy and quality. This role is essential in supporting timely and high-quality pathology services that contribute to accurate diagnosis and patient care.

About Harris Health System

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations through acute care, primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services.

Its flagship hospitals — Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) — anchor a network of 39 clinics, health centers, and specialty locations, including telemedicine services. Harris Health is nationally recognized for Magnet nursing excellence, NCQA patient-centered care, and strong academic partnerships with institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine, UTHealth, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the University of Houston.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Associate’s Degree from a NAACLS-accredited Histology program
• Licensure/Certification:
  • ASCP Certification (HT) required
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of histology experience
• Communication Skills:
  • Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact)
  • Strong written communication (correspondence and reports)
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook
• Knowledge/Skills:
  • Medical terminology
  • Strong attention to detail and laboratory best practices
• Equipment Knowledge:
  • Experience operating:
    • Microtome
    • Embedding center and processor
    • Special stainers and IHC platforms
    • Cryostat and H&E stainer
• Work Schedule:
  • Flexible schedule

Join Harris Health System

and contribute to delivering accurate, high-quality laboratory services that support patient diagnosis and care.